BJA FY 2026 Second Chance Act Community-based Reentry Program
This grant funds community and tribal organizations to provide mentoring and support services for people at moderate to high risk of reoffending as they reenter society from adult correctional facilities.
Funder: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Due Dates: October 30, 2026 (Grants.gov) | November 6, 2026 (JustGrants)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000,000 per award; project duration and total program funding not specified.
Summary: Supports community-based organizations and tribal governments to provide mentoring and transitional services for adults reentering communities from correctional facilities at moderate to high risk of recidivism.
Description
This opportunity aims to support community-based organizations and federally recognized tribal governments in delivering mentoring and transitional services for individuals returning to communities after incarceration in adult correctional facilities. The program specifically targets those assessed as moderate to high risk for recidivism, with services eligible to be provided either pre-release, post-release, or both. The goal is to facilitate successful reintegration and reduce the likelihood of returning to incarceration through evidence-based programming and support.
