Applications are currently being accepted for the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Residential Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Administration for Children and Families - Residential Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children
This funding opportunity supports organizations that provide comprehensive care to unaccompanied alien children. The aim is to ensure that children receive safe, nurturing, and licensed care 24/7 in accordance with state requirements. The focus includes residential facility beds and transitional foster care near the U.S. southern border with Mexico.
Benefits of Administration for Children and Families - Residential Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children
- Organizations can receive funding within the range of $2,000,000 to $5,600,000. The funding supports services that include group home, shelter, or transitional foster care facilities for children. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement for this funding.
Administration for Children and Families - Residential Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children Requirements
Eligible applicants include:
- Native American tribal organizations
- Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
- State governments and local municipalities
- Independent school districts
- Special district governments
- Small businesses and for-profit organizations
- Nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status)
- Public and private institutions of higher education
Current recipients in the final year of their project period must ensure their period aligns with the projected award date to continue receiving support. New facilities and locations are required for those not in their final year.
Application Date and Process
- Review the full grant announcement on the official ACF site.
- Prepare your application package, ensuring compliance with state licensing requirements.
- Submit your electronic application by 11:59 pm EST on 29 December 2026.
For technical assistance, contact Yolanda Barnes at [email protected].
Application Deadline
29 December, 2026
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