[Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB](https://www.acf.hhs.gov/)

December 9, 2025 (Forecasted)

$1,450,000–$1,600,000 for one award; project duration typically one year

Supports the expansion and implementation of a secure, interoperable electronic system for interstate child welfare placements.

No cost sharing or matching required; only one award expected.

--- ## Description This opportunity funds the expansion and implementation of a national electronic interstate records exchange system to support the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC). The ICPC governs the placement of children in foster care, adoption, and residential settings across all U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, impacting nearly 100,000 children annually. The grant aims to: - Onboard ICPC jurisdictions to a secure, multi-tenant electronic system. - Maintain and refine the system for safe, secure information exchange. - Streamline administrative processes for ICPC jurisdictions. - Reduce barriers for children awaiting interstate placements and improve permanency outcomes. - Ensure interoperability with other human service systems using standards like NIEM and NHSIA. - Comply with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) security standards. This initiative is driven by the Family First Prevention Services Act of 2017, which requires all states to be connected to an electronic interstate case processing system by October 1, 2027. --- ## Due Dates - Application Due Date: December 9, 2025 (electronically submitted by 11:59 pm EST) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $1,600,000 - Award ceiling: $1,600,000 - Award floor: $1,450,000 - Expected number of awards: 1 - Funding instrument: Cooperative Agreement - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State governments - County, city, township, and special district governments - Independent school districts - Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education - Private institutions of higher education - Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) - Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized) - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (excluding IHEs) - For-profit organizations (including small businesses) **Not eligible:** Individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities. Faith-based and community organizations that meet eligibility requirements may apply. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically by the deadline via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356022). - Only one application will be funded. - Review the full funding opportunity and instructions on [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356022) for application requirements and guidance. --- ## Additional Information - The project supports national policy objectives for child welfare data exchange and system interoperability. - Alignment with federal data standards (NIEM, NHSIA) is expected. - The estimated project start date is September 30, 2026. --- ## External Links - [Grant Opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356022) - [Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB](https://www.acf.hhs.gov/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Notes | |---------------------|----------------------------|------------------------| | Kara Allen-Eckard | [cb@grantreview.org](mailto:cb@grantreview.org) | Primary Contact | | General Inquiries | [cb@grantreview.org](mailto:cb@grantreview.org) | |

Support for a National Electronic Interstate Records Exchange System

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