Opportunity Information: Apply for BJA 2009 1951
Apply for BJA 2009 1951
- The Bureau of Justice Assistance in the education law, justice and legal services other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.737 Gang Resistance Education and Training.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 4, 2008 and posted on Nov 24, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 22, 2009. (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 $125,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities Independent school districts Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments City or township governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education County governments Special district governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Program is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), in cooperation with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). It supports a school-based prevention program delivered in classrooms by trained law enforcement officers. The central aim is to prevent youth delinquency, youth violence, and gang membership by equipping students with practical life skills and non-violent problem-solving strategies. The program is framed as an early intervention "immunization" approach, meaning it is designed to reduce risk factors before harmful behaviors take root.
A defining feature of G.R.E.A.T. is that instruction is provided by criminal justice professionals who have powers of arrest and serve in public safety roles. This includes police officers, sheriffs deputies, parole or probation officers, school police officers, and federal law enforcement officers/agents, and the description also lists prosecutors, judges, court officials, and district attorneys as eligible to teach. Anyone who plans to teach the curriculum must complete a G.R.E.A.T. Officer Training Course, and officers are responsible for maintaining their certification under the National G.R.E.A.T. Program Policies and Guidelines. In practice, this means the grant is not just about purchasing materials or running school assemblies; it is about supporting a structured curriculum delivered by certified personnel who meet program standards.
Grant funds can be used to support specific G.R.E.A.T. curricula and related components. The core required element is the 13-week middle school curriculum, which is described as mandatory. In addition, funding may support a 6-week elementary curriculum for 4th and 5th grade students, and either a 6-lesson G.R.E.A.T. Families component or a G.R.E.A.T. Summer component. This structure allows communities to build a continuum of prevention programming that reaches students at different ages and extends reinforcement beyond the classroom through family-focused or summer programming.
From an administrative standpoint, this opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number BJA-2009-1951) falls under CFDA 16.737 (Gang Resistance Education and Training). The posted date was November 24, 2008, with an application closing date of January 22, 2009 (archived February 21, 2009). The award ceiling listed is $125,000, with no stated award floor. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, so applicants should expect to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the solicitation requirements.
Eligible applicants include a broad range of government and public-sector entities that typically partner with schools and law enforcement on prevention initiatives. These include state governments; city or township governments; county governments; special district governments; independent school districts; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; and federally recognized Native American tribal governments. Overall, the opportunity is geared toward communities that can coordinate across schools, law enforcement agencies, and other local institutions to deliver a consistent, evidence-informed prevention curriculum using trained and certified instructors.
For access issues with the full announcement, the listed technical support contact is Chris Casto at 202-353-7193 (email referenced as technical support).
G.R.E.A.T. Program Grant FAQs
What is the Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Program grant?
The G.R.E.A.T. Program is a discretionary federal grant opportunity that supports a school-based prevention program delivered in classrooms by trained law enforcement officers. It is administered by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), in cooperation with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
What is the main goal of the G.R.E.A.T. Program?
The central aim is to prevent youth delinquency, youth violence, and gang membership by equipping students with practical life skills and non-violent problem-solving strategies. The program is described as an early intervention "immunization" approach intended to reduce risk factors before harmful behaviors take root.
Is this grant for school assemblies and one-time events?
Based on the description, the grant is focused on supporting a structured curriculum delivered in classrooms by certified personnel. It is not framed as a materials-only purchase or a one-time assembly-style program.
Who administers the grant?
The opportunity is administered by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), in cooperation with ATF.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is BJA-2009-1951.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity falls under CFDA 16.737 (Gang Resistance Education and Training).
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The posted date was November 24, 2008. The application closing date was January 22, 2009. The opportunity was archived on February 21, 2009.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The listed award ceiling is $125,000.
Is there a minimum award amount (award floor)?
No award floor is stated in the information provided.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants should expect to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the solicitation requirements.
Who can teach the G.R.E.A.T. curriculum?
Instruction is provided by criminal justice professionals who have powers of arrest and serve in public safety roles. The description includes police officers, sheriff's deputies, parole or probation officers, school police officers, and federal law enforcement officers/agents. It also lists prosecutors, judges, court officials, and district attorneys as eligible to teach.
Do instructors need special training or certification?
Yes. Anyone who plans to teach the curriculum must complete a G.R.E.A.T. Officer Training Course, and officers are responsible for maintaining their certification under the National G.R.E.A.T. Program Policies and Guidelines.
What is the required curriculum component?
The core required element is the 13-week middle school curriculum, which is described as mandatory.
What optional curricula or components can grant funds support?
In addition to the required 13-week middle school curriculum, funding may support a 6-week elementary curriculum for 4th and 5th grade students, and either a 6-lesson G.R.E.A.T. Families component or a G.R.E.A.T. Summer component.
Which grade levels are specifically mentioned?
The opportunity references a middle school curriculum (13 weeks) and an elementary curriculum specifically for 4th and 5th grade students (6 weeks).
Can communities combine multiple components into a single program approach?
Yes. The structure described allows communities to build a continuum of prevention programming by using the mandatory middle school curriculum and adding elementary and family-focused or summer components to reinforce prevention messages beyond the classroom.
What types of organizations are eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include state governments; city or township governments; county governments; special district governments; independent school districts; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities; and federally recognized Native American tribal governments.
Is the opportunity designed for partnerships?
Yes. The description emphasizes communities that can coordinate across schools, law enforcement agencies, and other local institutions to deliver a consistent, evidence-informed prevention curriculum using trained and certified instructors.
What should applicants consider when planning to use funds?
Applicants should plan for implementation that aligns with program standards, including using certified instructors who complete the G.R.E.A.T. Officer Training Course and maintain certification under national policies and guidelines, and ensuring the mandatory 13-week middle school curriculum is included.
Who is listed as the technical support contact for access issues with the full announcement?
The listed technical support contact is Chris Casto at 202-353-7193 (email referenced as technical support).
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