Supports Illinois programs advancing juvenile justice research, training, prevention, and rehabilitation through federal Title II grants.
Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services
Due Dates: Refer to Continuation Application for Due Date (FY27 cycle; for current providers only)
Funding Amounts: Amount varies by project and provider; annual awards; continuation funding for current grantees.
Summary: Supports Illinois programs improving the juvenile justice system through training, research, prevention, and rehabilitation initiatives funded by federal Title II grants.
Key Information: Eligibility is limited to current Juvenile Justice TTAS providers; not open to new applicants.
This grant program, administered by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) via the Illinois Juvenile Justice Commission, provides funding to support a broad range of juvenile justice activities across Illinois. Funded by federal Title II Formula Grants from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), the program aims to improve the state’s juvenile justice system. Supported activities include developing and implementing more effective education, training, research, prevention, diversion, treatment, and rehabilitation programs targeting juvenile delinquency. Funding priorities are set by the State Advisory Group based on needs assessments, and projects may be carried out directly by the state or via grants and contracts with public and private agencies.