Opportunity Information: Apply for 16AC07
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- The Department of Justice, National Institute of Corrections in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Alabama Department of Corrections Thinking for a Change Implementation Project" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.603.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 15, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 23, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $15,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
The Alabama Department of Corrections Thinking for a Change Implementation Project (Funding Opportunity Number 16AC07) is a discretionary federal grant opportunity issued by the U.S. Department of Justice through the National Institute of Corrections (NIC). It was created on July 15, 2016, and originally closed on August 23, 2016. The funding is offered through a cooperative agreement, which typically means the selected recipient would not just receive funds and operate independently, but would work closely with NIC throughout the project, with NIC playing an active role in coordination, guidance, and oversight.
The purpose of the solicitation is narrowly focused: to design, develop, and support an evidence-based implementation of NICs "Thinking for a Change" (T4C) cognitive-behavioral program inside the Alabama Department of Corrections. The project is meant to stand up T4C in three pilot institutions within the Alabama prison system. In practice, this kind of effort generally centers on building the operational foundation needed to deliver the program with fidelity in real institutional settings, including implementation planning, staff preparation, delivery support, and mechanisms to sustain the program beyond the pilot phase.
"Thinking for a Change" is described in the solicitation as a cognitive behavioral program, and the grant emphasizes evidence-based implementation. That wording signals that the funder is looking for more than simply running classes; they want a structured rollout that is consistent with what research-backed programs require to work as intended. Evidence-based implementation commonly involves clear program design decisions, formalized procedures, training and coaching for facilitators, ongoing quality assurance, and a practical approach for integrating the intervention into institutional routines so it can be delivered consistently across sites.
The opportunity lists a maximum award amount (award ceiling) of $15,000 and anticipates making one award. With a single, relatively small award and a defined scope (three pilot institutions), the funding appears intended to support targeted planning and implementation assistance rather than large-scale service expansion. The funding activity category is listed as "Other," and the CFDA number is 16.603, identifying the federal assistance listing associated with NIC.
Eligibility is shown as "Others," with additional clarification referenced in the solicitation materials. While the listing does not provide the detailed eligibility language, that category often indicates the applicant pool may include certain organizations or entities beyond state and local governments, such as nonprofits, training and technical assistance providers, educational institutions, or other qualified partners capable of supporting implementation in correctional settings. In any case, the applicant would need to demonstrate the capacity to work effectively with a state corrections department and to support cognitive-behavioral program implementation in prison environments.
Overall, this grant opportunity is best understood as a focused, cooperative agreement designed to help Alabama corrections launch and support a structured, evidence-driven rollout of NICs Thinking for a Change program in three pilot prisons, with NIC expecting close collaboration and one selected recipient to carry out the implementation support work within the modest funding limit.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Alabama Department of Corrections Thinking for a Change Implementation Project (Funding Opportunity Number 16AC07)?
This is a discretionary federal grant opportunity issued by the U.S. Department of Justice through the National Institute of Corrections (NIC). The solicitation is focused on implementing NIC's "Thinking for a Change" (T4C) program within the Alabama Department of Corrections.
Who is the funding agency for this opportunity?
The opportunity is issued by the U.S. Department of Justice through the National Institute of Corrections (NIC).
What is the purpose of the grant?
The purpose is to design, develop, and support an evidence-based implementation of NIC's Thinking for a Change (T4C) cognitive-behavioral program inside the Alabama Department of Corrections, specifically across three pilot institutions.
What program is being implemented under this grant?
The grant supports the implementation of NIC's "Thinking for a Change" (T4C), described in the solicitation as a cognitive-behavioral program.
How many facilities are included in the pilot implementation?
The project is intended to stand up T4C in three pilot institutions within the Alabama prison system.
What does "evidence-based implementation" mean in the context of this opportunity?
Based on the solicitation language, it signals that NIC is looking for a structured rollout that supports delivery with fidelity, not just running classes. This typically includes implementation planning, staff preparation, training and coaching for facilitators, ongoing quality assurance, and integrating the program into institutional routines so it can be delivered consistently across sites.
Is this grant meant to fund large-scale program expansion across the state?
The award ceiling is relatively small and the scope is limited to three pilot institutions, so it appears intended for targeted planning and implementation support rather than broad, large-scale expansion.
What type of funding mechanism is used (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
The funding is offered through a cooperative agreement.
What does a "cooperative agreement" imply for the recipient?
A cooperative agreement generally means the recipient would work closely with NIC throughout the project, with NIC taking an active role in coordination, guidance, and oversight rather than simply providing funds for an independently run project.
What is the maximum award amount for this opportunity?
The maximum award amount (award ceiling) is $15,000.
How many awards does NIC anticipate making?
The opportunity anticipates making one award.
When was this funding opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on July 15, 2016.
What was the original application closing date?
The opportunity originally closed on August 23, 2016.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 16.603, which identifies the federal assistance listing associated with NIC.
What is the funding activity category for this opportunity?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other."
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is shown as "Others," with additional clarification referenced in the solicitation materials. The listing itself does not provide the detailed eligibility language.
What kinds of applicants might fall under the eligibility category "Others"?
While the detailed eligibility language is not provided in the listing summary, the "Others" category often indicates applicants may include organizations beyond state and local governments, such as nonprofits, training and technical assistance providers, educational institutions, or other qualified partners capable of supporting implementation in correctional settings.
What capacity would an applicant need to be competitive for this project?
The solicitation summary indicates the applicant would need to demonstrate the ability to work effectively with a state corrections department and to support cognitive-behavioral program implementation in prison environments, including the operational foundations needed to deliver T4C with fidelity in real institutional settings.
What kinds of activities does the project appear designed to support?
The description suggests a focus on building the operational foundation for T4C delivery. That commonly involves implementation planning, staff preparation, delivery support, quality assurance mechanisms, and practical steps to sustain the program beyond the pilot phase.
Is the project limited to planning, or does it include implementation support?
The purpose statement is to "design, develop, and support" implementation, which indicates the work is intended to cover both planning/design elements and hands-on support for implementation in the three pilot institutions.
What role does NIC expect to play during the project?
Because this is a cooperative agreement, NIC is expected to play an active role in coordination, guidance, and oversight throughout the project.
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