FY2027 Children in Need of Services (CHINS) Grants Program
Funds evidence-based prevention and intervention programs for at-risk Georgia youth ages 11–17 to reduce juvenile justice involvement and improve community-based outcomes.
Funder: Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
Due Dates: July 22, 2026 (Full application submission deadline, 4:00 p.m.)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 (rural applicants) or $100,000 (non-rural); project period: 12 months (Oct 1, 2026 – Sept 30, 2027)
Summary: Funds Georgia local governments and school districts to implement evidence-based prevention and intervention services for at-risk youth ages 11–17, reducing juvenile justice involvement.
Key Information: No match required; only local governments, school districts, or city governments in Georgia are eligible.
Description
This program supports local jurisdictions in Georgia in designing and implementing evidence-based prevention and intervention services for youth (ages 11–17) at risk of involvement with the juvenile justice system. The goal is to reduce unnecessary out-of-home placements, prevent deeper penetration into the justice system, and strengthen community-based supports for at-risk youth. Funded projects should offer multifaceted, family-focused, and community-driven responses, such as family support, life skills, job training, educational support, and mentoring. The program emphasizes reducing risk factors, increasing protective factors, and improving outcomes for youth through tailored interventions.
