FY2026 Runaway Homeless Youth Training, Technical Assistance, and Capacity Building Center (RHYTTAC)
This grant funds a center to provide training, technical assistance, and resources to strengthen organizations serving runaway and homeless youth nationwide.
Funder: Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB
Due Dates: August 14, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,800,000–$2,500,000 per year for up to 3 years (one award expected; total program funding $2,500,000/year)
Summary: Supports a national center to provide training, technical assistance, and capacity building for organizations serving runaway and homeless youth.
Key Information: 10% non-federal cost sharing is required; only one cooperative agreement will be awarded.
Description
This opportunity funds a single organization to operate the Runaway and Homeless Youth Training, Technical Assistance, and Capacity Building Center (RHYTTAC). RHYTTAC's mission is to strengthen the capacity of organizations nationwide that serve runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth by providing high-quality training, technical assistance (T/TA), and capacity-building support. The center will develop adaptable training products, disseminate evidence-based and best practices, offer targeted technical assistance, and coordinate activities among RHY award recipients and partner organizations. The awardee will play a critical role in advancing national efforts to prevent and address youth homelessness and improve outcomes for vulnerable youth populations.
