This grant, offered by the Children’s Bureau, is for implementing culturally and developmentally responsive trauma-informed interventions for children and youth in foster care with complex mental, behavioral, and physical health needs. The initiative seeks to fund demonstration projects that improve well-being and share lessons learned. Two awards, each up to 36 months, will support innovative programming focused on services like evidence-based clinical care, foster parent training, volunteer support, positive family engagement, enrichment activities, and trauma-informed systems work. The overall purpose is to address trauma effectively and enhance outcomes for vulnerable youth within the foster care system.
Opportunity ID: 348402
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CA-0078 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Trauma-Interventions for Children and Youth in Foster Care with Complex Mental, Behavioral, and Physical Health Needs |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Income Security and Social Services |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.670 — Child Abuse and Neglect Discretionary Activities |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | May 26, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 29, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 25, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2023 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $750,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants, according to House Report 117-403 associated with the appropriation of these funds, are nonprofit organizations with demonstrated experience working with children in foster care who have experienced severe trauma. Applicants identifying as nonprofit organizations with demonstrated experience must provide documentation to substantiate their eligibility. Applicants that do not substantiate their eligibility by providing the additional eligibility documentation will be disqualified from review and from funding under this NOFO. Refer to Section IV.2. The Project Description, Additional Eligibility Documentation within the published NOFO for more information on required documentation. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from competitive review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity. Faith-based organizations may apply for this award on the same basis as any other organization, as set forth at and, subject to the protections and requirements of 45 CFR Part 87 and 42 U.S.C. 2000bb et seq., ACF will not, in the selection of recipients, discriminate against an organization on the basis of the organization’s religious character, affiliation, or exercise. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Administration for Children and Families – ACYF/CB |
| Description: | This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) has been modified: Updates were made to the paper applications due date, application formatting requirements, and eligibility information. The email address for cb@grantreview.org was corrected and a link to the NOFO FAQ page was added. The latest version of the NOFO is dated June 29, 2023.The Children’s Bureau seeks trauma-informed interventions to address trauma in children and youth with complex mental, behavioral, and health conditions. This NOFO supports projects to implement interventions that are culturally and developmentally responsive, achieve demonstrable improvements in well-being for children and youth, and share lessons learned. CB will make two awards for up to 36 months each. These demonstration projects will implement and evaluate innovative trauma-informed programming. The focus is on services for children and youth with complex needs who are in foster care. Services include: Evidence-based clinical services, foster parent training and curricula, volunteer support services for foster parents, positive biological and birth family engagement, enrichment activities for children and youth, and trauma-informed systems work.Please note: This NOFO may look different than you’re used to…We’re testing a new design for this funding opportunity and we’d love your feedback! Email us at: CB@grantreview.org. We will post the applicant questions and their answers on an FAQ page (https://www.acf.hhs.gov/cb/notice-funding-opportunities-nofo) until June 30, 2023. We encourage you to check it periodically for updates. If there is a discrepancy between the NOFO and FAQ, NOFO takes precedence. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Jan Shafer
CB@grantreview.org Email:CB@grantreview.org |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Updated application formatting requirements on pages 13-14 | Jun 29, 2023 | |
| Added the URL to the NOFO FAQ page (https://www.acf.hhs.gov/cb/notice-funding-opportunities-nofo) | May 26, 2023 | |
| Synopsis description, due date and eligibility information has been updated. | May 26, 2023 | |
| May 26, 2023 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CA-0078 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Trauma-Interventions for Children and Youth in Foster Care with Complex Mental, Behavioral, and Physical Health Needs |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Income Security and Social Services |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.670 — Child Abuse and Neglect Discretionary Activities |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | May 26, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 29, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 25, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2023 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $750,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants, according to House Report 117-403 associated with the appropriation of these funds, are nonprofit organizations with demonstrated experience working with children in foster care who have experienced severe trauma. Applicants identifying as nonprofit organizations with demonstrated experience must provide documentation to substantiate their eligibility. Applicants that do not substantiate their eligibility by providing the additional eligibility documentation will be disqualified from review and from funding under this NOFO. Refer to Section IV.2. The Project Description, Additional Eligibility Documentation within the published NOFO for more information on required documentation. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from competitive review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity. Faith-based organizations may apply for this award on the same basis as any other organization, as set forth at and, subject to the protections and requirements of 45 CFR Part 87 and 42 U.S.C. 2000bb et seq., ACF will not, in the selection of recipients, discriminate against an organization on the basis of the organization’s religious character, affiliation, or exercise. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Administration for Children and Families – ACYF/CB |
| Description: | This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) has been modified: Updates were made to the paper applications due date, application formatting requirements, and eligibility information. The email address for cb@grantreview.org was corrected and a link to the NOFO FAQ page was added. The latest version of the NOFO is dated June 29, 2023.The Children’s Bureau seeks trauma-informed interventions to address trauma in children and youth with complex mental, behavioral, and health conditions. This NOFO supports projects to implement interventions that are culturally and developmentally responsive, achieve demonstrable improvements in well-being for children and youth, and share lessons learned. CB will make two awards for up to 36 months each. These demonstration projects will implement and evaluate innovative trauma-informed programming. The focus is on services for children and youth with complex needs who are in foster care. Services include: Evidence-based clinical services, foster parent training and curricula, volunteer support services for foster parents, positive biological and birth family engagement, enrichment activities for children and youth, and trauma-informed systems work.Please note: This NOFO may look different than you’re used to…We’re testing a new design for this funding opportunity and we’d love your feedback! Email us at: CB@grantreview.org. We will post the applicant questions and their answers on an FAQ page (https://www.acf.hhs.gov/cb/notice-funding-opportunities-nofo) until June 30, 2023. We encourage you to check it periodically for updates. If there is a discrepancy between the NOFO and FAQ, NOFO takes precedence. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Jan Shafer
CB@grantreview.org Email:CB@grantreview.org |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CA-0078 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Trauma-Interventions for Children and Youth in Foster Care with Complex Mental, Behavioral, and Physical Health Needs |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Income Security and Social Services |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.670 — Child Abuse and Neglect Discretionary Activities |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | May 26, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 08, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2023 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $750,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants, according to House Report 117-403 associated with the appropriation of these funds, are nonprofit organizations with demonstrated experience working with children in foster care who have experienced severe trauma. Applicants identifying as nonprofit organizations with demonstrated experience must provide documentation to substantiate their eligibility. Applicants that do not substantiate their eligibility by providing the additional eligibility documentation will be disqualified from review and from funding under this NOFO. Refer to Section IV.2. The Project Description, Additional Eligibility Documentation within the published NOFO for more information on required documentation. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from competitive review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity. Faith-based organizations may apply for this award on the same basis as any other organization, as set forth at and, subject to the protections and requirements of 45 CFR Part 87 and 42 U.S.C. 2000bb et seq., ACF will not, in the selection of recipients, discriminate against an organization on the basis of the organization’s religious character, affiliation, or exercise. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Administration for Children and Families – ACYF/CB |
| Description: | The Children’s Bureau seeks trauma-informed interventions to address trauma in children and youth with complex mental, behavioral, and health conditions. This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) supports projects to implement interventions that are culturally and developmentally responsive, achieve demonstrable improvements in well-being for children and youth, and share lessons learned. CB will make two awards for up to 36 months each. These demonstration projects will implement and evaluate innovative trauma-informed programming. The focus is on services for children and youth with complex needs who are in foster care. Services include: Evidence-based clinical services, foster parent training and curricula, volunteer support services for foster parents, positive biological and birth family engagement, enrichment activities for children and youth, and trauma-informed systems work. Please note: This NOFO may look different than you’re used to…We’re testing a new design for this funding opportunity and we’d love your feedback! Email us at: CB@grantreview.com. We will post the applicant questions and their answers on an FAQ page (https://www.acf.hhs.gov/cb/notice-funding-opportunities-nofo) until June 30, 2023. We encourage you to check it periodically for updates. If there is a discrepancy between the NOFO and FAQ, NOFO takes precedence. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Jan Shafer
CB@grantreview.org Email:CB@grantreview.org |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CA-0078 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Trauma-Interventions for Children and Youth in Foster Care with Complex Mental, Behavioral, and Physical Health Needs |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Income Security and Social Services |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.670 — Child Abuse and Neglect Discretionary Activities |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | May 26, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 26, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2023 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $750,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants, according to House Report 117-403 associated with the appropriation of these funds, are nonprofit organizations with demonstrated experience working with children in foster care who have experienced severe trauma. Applicants identifying as nonprofit organizations with demonstrated experience must provide documentation to substantiate their eligibility. Applicants that do not substantiate their eligibility by providing the additional eligibility documentation will be disqualified from review and from funding under this NOFO. Refer to Section IV.2. The Project Description, Additional Eligibility Documentation within the published NOFO for more information on required documentation. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from competitive review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity. Faith-based organizations may apply for this award on the same basis as any other organization, as set forth at and, subject to the protections and requirements of 45 CFR Part 87 and 42 U.S.C. 2000bb et seq., ACF will not, in the selection of recipients, discriminate against an organization on the basis of the organization’s religious character, affiliation, or exercise. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Administration for Children and Families – ACYF/CB |
| Description: | The Children’s Bureau seeks trauma-informed interventions to address trauma in children and youth with complex mental, behavioral, and health conditions. This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) supports projects to implement interventions that are culturally and developmentally responsive, achieve demonstrable improvements in well-being for children and youth, and share lessons learned. CB will make two awards for up to 36 months each. These demonstration projects will implement and evaluate innovative trauma-informed programming. The focus is on services for children and youth with complex needs who are in foster care. Services include: Evidence-based clinical services, foster parent training and curricula, volunteer support services for foster parents, positive biological and birth family engagement, enrichment activities for children and youth, and trauma-informed systems work. Please note: This NOFO may look different than you’re used to…We’re testing a new design for this funding opportunity and we’d love your feedback! Email us at: CB@grantreview.com. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Jan Shafer
CB@grantreview.org Email:CB@grantreview.org |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CA-0078 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Trauma-Interventions for Children and Youth in Foster Care with Complex Mental, Behavioral, and Physical Health Needs |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Income Security and Social Services |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 93.670 — Child Abuse and Neglect Discretionary Activities |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 26, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 26, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 25, 2023 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2023 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $750,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants, according to House Report 117-403 associated with the appropriation of these funds, are nonprofit organizations with demonstrated experience working with children in foster care who have experienced severe trauma. Applicants identifying as nonprofit organizations with demonstrated experience must provide documentation to substantiate their eligibility. Applicants that do not substantiate their eligibility by providing the additional eligibility documentation will be disqualified from review and from funding under this NOFO. Refer to Section IV.2. The Project Description, Additional Eligibility Documentation within the published NOFO for more information on required documentation. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from competitive review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity. Faith-based organizations may apply for this award on the same basis as any other organization, as set forth at and, subject to the protections and requirements of 45 CFR Part 87 and 42 U.S.C. 2000bb et seq., ACF will not, in the selection of recipients, discriminate against an organization on the basis of the organization’s religious character, affiliation, or exercise. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Administration for Children and Families – ACYF/CB |
| Description: | The Children’s Bureau seeks trauma-informed interventions to address trauma in children and youth with complex mental, behavioral, and health conditions. This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) supports projects to implement interventions that are culturally and developmentally responsive, achieve demonstrable improvements in well-being for children and youth, and share lessons learned. CB will make two awards for up to 36 months each. These demonstration projects will implement and evaluate innovative trauma-informed programming. The focus is on services for children and youth with complex needs who are in foster care. Services include: Evidence-based clinical services, foster parent training and curricula, volunteer support services for foster parents, positive biological and birth family engagement, enrichment activities for children and youth, and trauma-informed systems work. Please note: This NOFO may look different than you’re used to…We’re testing a new design for this funding opportunity and we’d love your feedback! Email us at: CB@grantreview.com. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Jan Shafer
CB@grantreview.org Email:CB@grantreview.org |
Related Documents
Folder 348402 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Full_Announcement_HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CA-0078.pdf
Folder 348402 Revised Full Announcement-Revised Full Announcement -> Revise IIII_Full_Announcement_HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CA-0078-v1.pdf
Folder 348402 Revised Full Announcement-Revised Full Announcement -> Revise III_Full_Announcement_HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CA-0078.pdf
Folder 348402 Revised Full Announcement-Revised Full Announcement -> Revise II_Full_Announcement_HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CA-0078.pdf
Folder 348402 Revised Full Announcement-Revised Full Announcement -> Revise_Full_Announcement_HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CA-0078.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Jan Shafer CB@grantreview.org Email: CB@grantreview.org |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93.670 | HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CA-0078 | Trauma-Interventions for Children and Youth in Foster Care with Complex Mental, Behavioral, and Physical Health Needs | PKG00281910 | May 26, 2023 | Jul 31, 2023 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
348402 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
348402 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
348402 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
348402 SF424A-1.0.pdf
348402 SF424B-1.1.pdf
348402 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
348402 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
348402 ProtectionofHumanSubjects_2_0-2.0.pdf
348402 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
348402 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
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