Opportunity Information: Apply for BJA 2010 2716
Apply for BJA 2010 2716
- The Bureau of Justice Assistance in the law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BJA FY 10 Second Chance Act Technology Careers Training Demonstration Projects for Incarcerated Adults and Juveniles" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.812 Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 26, 2010 and posted on Apr 26, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 10, 2010. (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 $750,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) City or township governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments County governments.
- Applicants are limited to states, units of local government, territories, and federally recognized Indian tribes (as determined by the Secretary of the Interior).
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Opportunity Summary:
The BJA FY 10 Second Chance Act Technology Careers Training Demonstration Projects for Incarcerated Adults and Juveniles is a discretionary federal grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), created under the Second Chance Act of 2007 (Public Law 110-199). The core purpose is to improve reentry outcomes and public safety by helping incarcerated adults and youth build real, employable technology skills before they return to the community. The solicitation is grounded in the reality that incarceration is typically temporary: the vast majority of people in prisons, jails, and juvenile residential facilities will eventually be released, and communities benefit when those returning have credible pathways to stable employment and reduced risk of recidivism.
This funding specifically targets the creation or expansion of technology careers training programs inside confinement settings, including state prisons, local jails, and juvenile residential facilities. Under Section 115 of the Second Chance Act, the Attorney General is authorized to make awards that support training designed to prepare participants for technology-based jobs and career pathways. A key feature is timing: the program is intended to serve individuals during the three-year period prior to release, aligning training with the practical needs of reentry planning and the transition back to the workforce. In other words, the grant is meant to help jurisdictions move beyond general job readiness and into career-focused technical preparation that can translate into employment after release.
Eligible applicants are limited to governmental entities: states, units of local government (including city/township and county governments), U.S. territories, and federally recognized Indian tribes (as determined by the Secretary of the Interior). The opportunity is associated with CFDA 16.812 (Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which lowers the barrier for jurisdictions that want to launch a training initiative but may not have available local funds to meet a match.
In terms of funding levels, the maximum award (award ceiling) is $750,000, with no stated minimum award amount (award floor listed as $0). The funding instrument is a grant. The solicitation was posted on April 26, 2010, with an application closing date of June 10, 2010, and it was archived on July 10, 2010. The funding opportunity number is BJA 2010 2716, and the opportunity falls under the Law, Justice and Legal Services activity category.
Programmatically, the emphasis is on demonstration projects, meaning BJA is looking for implementable models that can show how technology training can be delivered effectively in secure settings and linked to post-release success. While the summary does not list specific required curricula, the intent is clear: provide structured training that is directly connected to technology-oriented employment, increasing the odds that participants can compete for legitimate jobs and sustain themselves after release. The solicitation also directs applicants to BJA's Second Chance Act web page for implementation information and frequently asked questions, reflecting that this grant sits within a broader suite of Second Chance Act reentry initiatives.
For applicants needing help obtaining the full announcement or experiencing access issues, the listed technical application support contact is Al Roddy at 202-353-1881.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "BJA FY 10 Second Chance Act Technology Careers Training Demonstration Projects for Incarcerated Adults and Juveniles."
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
This is a discretionary federal grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA).
What law authorizes this program?
The solicitation is created under the Second Chance Act of 2007 (Public Law 110-199). It also references Section 115, which authorizes the Attorney General to make awards supporting training designed to prepare participants for technology-based jobs and career pathways.
What is the main purpose of this funding?
The core purpose is to improve reentry outcomes and public safety by helping incarcerated adults and juveniles build real, employable technology skills before returning to the community, supporting credible pathways to stable employment and reducing the risk of recidivism.
Who is the intended population to be served?
The program is intended for incarcerated adults and youth (juveniles) who are confined in facilities and are expected to return to the community.
Where are the training programs expected to take place?
The funding targets the creation or expansion of technology careers training programs inside confinement settings, including state prisons, local jails, and juvenile residential facilities.
How close to release should participants be when they receive services?
The program is intended to serve individuals during the three-year period prior to release, aligning training with reentry planning and the transition back to the workforce.
What types of projects is BJA looking to support?
The solicitation emphasizes demonstration projects. That means BJA is looking for implementable models that show how technology training can be delivered effectively in secure settings and linked to post-release success.
Does the summary specify required technology curricula or certifications?
No specific required curricula are listed in the provided summary. The stated intent is to provide structured training directly connected to technology-oriented employment and career pathways.
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Eligible applicants are limited to governmental entities: states; units of local government (including city/township and county governments); U.S. territories; and federally recognized Indian tribes (as determined by the Secretary of the Interior).
Are nonprofit organizations or universities eligible to apply directly?
Not based on the information provided. The eligibility described is limited to governmental entities.
Is this opportunity connected to a specific CFDA program?
Yes. The opportunity is associated with CFDA 16.812, the Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative.
What is the maximum amount that can be awarded?
The award ceiling (maximum award) is $750,000.
Is there a minimum award amount?
No stated minimum award amount is provided. The award floor is listed as $0.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is BJA 2010 2716.
What category does this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity falls under the Law, Justice and Legal Services activity category.
When was the solicitation posted and when was it due?
The solicitation was posted on April 26, 2010, and the application closing date was June 10, 2010.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was archived on July 10, 2010.
Where can applicants find implementation information and additional FAQs from BJA?
The solicitation directs applicants to BJA's Second Chance Act web page for implementation information and frequently asked questions, indicating it is part of a broader suite of Second Chance Act reentry initiatives.
Who should be contacted for technical application support or help accessing the full announcement?
The listed technical application support contact is Al Roddy at 202-353-1881.
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