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 (48 months); ~$5,000,000 total; ~4 awards expected
Summary: Supports organizations and higher education institutions in providing postsecondary education and workforce pathways for gang-involved youth leading to credentials or certification.
Description
This program funds projects that support gang-involved youth (ages 14–24) in accessing postsecondary education opportunities that lead to industry-recognized credentials or certifications. The initiative encourages integration with workforce development, pre-apprenticeships, and registered apprenticeships to facilitate successful transitions into higher education and the workforce. Projects must demonstrate direct engagement with gang-involved youth and alignment with state workforce priorities, and may include partnerships between higher education institutions, nonprofit organizations, employers, and apprenticeship sponsors.
