Opportunity Information: Apply for BJA 2014 3877
Apply for BJA 2014 3877
- The Bureau of Justice Assistance in the law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BJA FY 14 Second Chance Act Comprehensive Community Based Adult Reentry Program Utilizing Mentors" 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 9, 2014 and posted on Apr 9, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 2, 2014. (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 $1,000,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized).
- Applicants are limited to nonprofit organizations (including tribal nonprofit organizations) with a documented history of providing comprehensive, evidence based reentry services, and federally recognized Indian tribes. Nonprofit organizations with a history of providing evidence based reentry services are encouraged to apply. Applicants may choose to partner with other community based agencies for provision of some reentry services including the mentoring component.
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Opportunity Summary:
The BJA FY 14 Second Chance Act Comprehensive Community Based Adult Reentry Program Utilizing Mentors is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), designed to strengthen community reentry support for adults leaving incarceration. The program is grounded in the reality that the United States has more than 2.2 million people in federal and state prisons, with millions more cycling through local jails each year, and that roughly 95 percent of people in state and federal prisons will eventually be released back to communities. The core premise behind the funding is that many returning citizens face predictable, interconnected barriers that can undermine successful reintegration if they are not addressed before release, during the transition period, and after returning home. These barriers commonly include unstable housing, unemployment or limited job readiness, strained family and community relationships, and unmet substance use and mental health needs. By funding structured, community-based reentry approaches, BJA aims to reduce recidivism and improve public safety by helping people stabilize and succeed after incarceration rather than returning to the justice system.
This opportunity is authorized under the Second Chance Act of 2007 (Public Law 110-199), specifically Section 211, which supports comprehensive "wrap-around" reentry services that incorporate trained mentors as a central feature. The emphasis on mentoring reflects the idea that practical supports (like job placement, housing navigation, and treatment referrals) are often more effective when paired with consistent, trusted guidance from a trained individual who can reinforce pro-social decision-making, help participants stay engaged with services, and provide accountability and encouragement during high-risk transition periods. In practice, the funded model is intended to be holistic rather than piecemeal, meaning applicants are expected to deliver or coordinate multiple service components that collectively address the major drivers of reoffending and instability.
Eligible applicants are limited to nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) and federally recognized Native American tribal governments. A key eligibility condition is that applicants must have a documented history of providing comprehensive, evidence-based reentry services. Tribal nonprofit organizations are included within the nonprofit eligibility category. While the applicant organization must meet the experience requirement, the program also allows applicants to partner with other community-based agencies to deliver some services, including the mentoring component. This structure supports collaborations where a lead nonprofit or tribe can coordinate a network of providers (for example, workforce development organizations, behavioral health providers, housing partners, or mentoring organizations) to ensure participants receive coordinated supports rather than disconnected referrals.
From a funding standpoint, the grant is listed under CFDA 16.812, Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative. The award ceiling is $1,000,000, with no stated award floor, and there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which can lower the barrier to entry for organizations that may not have flexible funds available for a match. The funding instrument is a grant, and the activity category is Law, Justice and Legal Services. The opportunity was posted on April 9, 2014, with an application closing date of June 2, 2014, and it was archived on July 2, 2014. The Funding Opportunity Number is BJA-2014-3877, and the title reflects its specific focus on adult reentry programming that uses mentors as an intentional, structured intervention rather than an informal add-on.
The overall program purpose is to promote safe and successful reintegration for adults who have been incarcerated by supporting comprehensive service models that address criminogenic needs and practical barriers to stability. While the notice highlights common needs such as housing, employment, family and relationship challenges, and substance use and mental health issues, the broader expectation is that grantees will implement a coordinated reentry strategy that begins with understanding participant needs and continues through the critical post-release period. The mentoring requirement signals that grantees should have a plan for recruiting, training, and supporting mentors so they can effectively engage participants, connect them to services, and help them navigate setbacks that often occur during reentry.
For access to the complete announcement and detailed application requirements, the posting includes an "Additional Information" link to the full solicitation. Applicants needing technical help with electronic submission were directed to the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline (800-518-4726 or 606-545-5035) or support@grants.gov, with support available 24/7 except federal holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the BJA FY 14 Second Chance Act Comprehensive Community Based Adult Reentry Program Utilizing Mentors?
It is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), intended to strengthen community-based reentry support for adults leaving incarceration. The program emphasizes comprehensive, coordinated reentry services that use trained mentors as a central feature to help reduce recidivism and improve public safety.
What problem is this grant program designed to address?
The opportunity is grounded in the reality that the United States has more than 2.2 million people in federal and state prisons, with millions more cycling through local jails each year, and that roughly 95 percent of people in state and federal prisons will eventually be released. Many returning citizens face interconnected barriers such as unstable housing, unemployment or limited job readiness, strained relationships, and unmet substance use and mental health needs. The program aims to address these barriers through structured reentry support before release, during transition, and after returning home.
What is the main purpose of the grant?
The overall purpose is to promote safe and successful reintegration for adults who have been incarcerated by supporting comprehensive service models that address criminogenic needs and practical barriers to stability. By doing so, BJA aims to reduce recidivism and improve public safety.
What law authorizes this grant opportunity?
This opportunity is authorized under the Second Chance Act of 2007 (Public Law 110-199), specifically Section 211, which supports comprehensive wrap-around reentry services that incorporate trained mentors as a central feature.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are limited to (1) nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education) and (2) federally recognized Native American tribal governments.
Are institutions of higher education eligible if they are 501(c)(3) organizations?
No. The eligibility language specifies nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status other than institutions of higher education.
Are tribal nonprofit organizations eligible?
Yes. Tribal nonprofit organizations are included within the nonprofit eligibility category.
Is prior experience required to apply?
Yes. A key eligibility condition is that applicants must have a documented history of providing comprehensive, evidence-based reentry services.
Can applicants partner with other organizations to deliver services?
Yes. While the applicant organization must meet the experience requirement, applicants may partner with other community-based agencies to deliver some services, including the mentoring component. The intent is to support collaborations where a lead nonprofit or tribe coordinates a network of providers (for example, workforce development organizations, behavioral health providers, housing partners, or mentoring organizations).
What does "comprehensive" or "wrap-around" reentry services mean in this context?
The funded model is intended to be holistic rather than piecemeal. Applicants are expected to deliver or coordinate multiple service components that collectively address major drivers of reoffending and instability, instead of providing disconnected referrals.
What types of needs or barriers should the reentry program address?
The notice highlights common barriers that can undermine reintegration, including unstable housing, unemployment or limited job readiness, strained family and community relationships, and unmet substance use and mental health needs. The broader expectation is a coordinated reentry strategy that begins with understanding participant needs and continues through the critical post-release period.
What role do mentors play in the program?
Trained mentors are a central feature of the funded approach. The emphasis on mentoring reflects the idea that practical supports (such as job placement, housing navigation, and treatment referrals) can be more effective when paired with consistent, trusted guidance. Mentors are expected to help reinforce pro-social decision-making, keep participants engaged with services, and provide accountability and encouragement during high-risk transition periods.
Is mentoring optional or required?
The opportunity is specifically focused on adult reentry programming that utilizes mentors as an intentional, structured intervention rather than an informal add-on. The solicitation emphasizes that trained mentors should be incorporated as a central feature.
What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling is $1,000,000.
Is there a minimum award amount (award floor)?
No award floor is stated in the provided information.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The grant is listed under CFDA 16.812, Second Chance Act Reentry Initiative.
What is the activity category for this grant?
The activity category is Law, Justice and Legal Services.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is BJA-2014-3877.
When was the opportunity posted, and what were the key dates?
The opportunity was posted on April 9, 2014. The application closing date was June 2, 2014. The opportunity was archived on July 2, 2014.
Where can applicants find the full solicitation and detailed application requirements?
The posting includes an "Additional Information" link to the complete announcement and detailed application requirements.
Where can applicants get technical help with electronic submission?
Applicants needing technical help with electronic submission were directed to the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at (800) 518-4726 or (606) 545-5035, or by email at support@grants.gov. Support was available 24/7 except federal holidays.
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