Redeploy Illinois
Redeploy Illinois funds community-based programs that provide alternatives to juvenile incarceration, aiming to reduce youth commitments and improve outcomes statewide.
Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Continuation application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Funding varies by applicant and project scope; annual renewals for current providers; see program page for details.
Summary: Supports community-based alternatives to juvenile incarceration, aiming to reduce youth commitments and improve outcomes across Illinois.
Key Information: Eligibility is limited to current Redeploy Illinois providers; not open to new applicants.
Description
Redeploy Illinois is a statewide initiative administered by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) focused on reducing commitments of youth to the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice. The program invests in evidence-informed, community-based alternatives that address the underlying needs of youth who might otherwise face incarceration. The initiative emphasizes improving outcomes for young people, strengthening families, and advancing equity throughout Illinois’ juvenile justice system. The program is structured as a continuation grant, primarily for current providers.
