FY 2026 Transitioning Gang-Involved Youth to Higher Education (TGIY) Program
This grant supports programs that help gang-involved youth access higher education and earn certifications or credentials.
Funder: Office of Postsecondary Education
Due Dates: June 23, 2026 (Full application) | August 24, 2026 (Intergovernmental Review)
Funding Amounts: $1,000,000–$1,700,000 per award (up to 4 awards); total program funding $5,000,000; 48-month project period
Summary: Supports organizations partnering with higher education institutions to help gang-involved youth access postsecondary education leading to credentials or certifications.
Description
This federal discretionary grant program funds projects that support gang-involved youth in transitioning to and succeeding in postsecondary education. The goal is to create pathways for these youth to earn industry-recognized credentials or certifications, enhancing their opportunities for stable employment and successful societal integration. Projects are encouraged to align postsecondary pathways with registered apprenticeships and workforce development programs, and to build strong partnerships among community organizations, higher education institutions, employers, and apprenticeship sponsors.
