OJJDP FY25 Youth Gang Prevention and Intervention Program
Funding supports programs to prevent youth from joining gangs, help them leave gangs, and reduce youth gang violence to improve public safety.
Funder: Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention
Due Dates: May 21, 2026 (Grants.gov SF-424 deadline) | May 22, 2026 (application deadline) | June 1, 2026 (JustGrants full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 per award | Estimated total program funding: $3,500,000 | Up to 8 awards | Project duration: 36 months
Summary: Supports intervention and suppression strategies to reduce youth gang crime and violence and promote public safety.
Description
This opportunity funds the implementation of evidence-informed intervention and suppression strategies to reduce youth gang crime and violence, aiming to prevent youth from joining gangs, help youth discontinue gang involvement, and reduce youth gang-related violence. The program is divided into two categories:
- Intervention (prevention and disengagement from gangs)
- Suppression (focused law enforcement and deterrence strategies)
Applicants are encouraged to propose projects that address local community needs and align with public safety priorities, including collaboration with law enforcement and community organizations.
