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Anticipated County Allocation Required Local Match Rate Date Advertised at *Juveniles who associate with other negative/delinquent/gang-involved peers *Parenting skills/family criminal history *Mental Health (Substance Abuse and Victimization) *School Behavior Problems/Absences Programs should address the following concerns as reported in the Youth Assessment Screening Instrument (YASI) for adjudicated youth: Peer Domain: Alexander County youth involved with the juvenile justice system are more likely to associate with others involved in delinquent activities and gang involvement. Family Domain: Parental support and/or parental enhancement skills are needed for court-referred youth. Access to services that provide best practices and have the ability to engage families are needed. Individual Domain: Deadline for Online Application Is: _February 15, 2025_ Gary Herman [PHONE REDACTED] In order to apply for FY 2025-2026 JCPC funding, you must complete and submit your application online by accessing NC ALLIES. Please read and follow all instructions at the following link: After submitting the application electronically, private non-profits are also required to submit No Overdue Tax forms, Conflict of Interest Statements, Agency Conflict of Interest Policy, and proof of 501(c)(3) status. Documents can be uploaded in NC ALLIES. 1. Program services compatible with research that are shown to be effective with juvenile offenders. 2. Program services that are outcome-based. 3. Programs that have an evaluation component. 4. Program services that detect gang participation and divert individuals from gang participation. 5. Applicants are encouraged to be innovative and submit proposals that meet multiple program needs. NOTE: For further information or technical assistance about applying for JCPC funds in this county, contact Area Consultant P. Scott Stoker, Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention at or [PHONE REDACTED] or Tracy Irish at [PHONE REDACTED]. JCPC Chairperson or Designee Telephone # An information session will be held virtually on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. This meeting is mandatory for new programs that are interested in applying for funds. Meeting number: 2306 472 2561 Password: PgNE9Zi35an (74639943 when dialing from a phone) Join by phone +1-[PHONE REDACTED] US Toll Access code: 230 647 22561 Applicants are being sought that are able to address items below: Substance abuse and mental health services are critical issues in providing assistance to youth and families involved in the juvenile justice system. Programs receiving JCPC funds shall provide appropriate access to these services. School Domain: Youth involved with Alexander County juvenile justice system have increased risk of school behavior issues reflected in prolonged absences, suspensions, failing grades, and attendance issues. Local public agencies, 501(c)(3) non-profit corporations, and local housing authorities are invited to submit applications to provide services addressing the above elements. January 2, 2025 Home-Based Family Counseling Mediation/Conflict Resolution Restitution/Community Service Teen Court Experiential Skill Building Life Skills Parent/Family Skill Building Interpersonal Skill Building Vocational Development Mentoring Substance Abuse Assessment Substance Abuse Treatment Evaluation Problem Sexual Behavior Treatment Individual/Group/Family Counseling Temporary Shelter Care Runaway Shelter Care Proposed program services should target the following risk factors for delinquency or repeat delinquency: Alexander County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Request For Proposals $140,199 30% The Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) has studied the risk factors and needs of court-involved juveniles in this county and hereby publishes this Request For Proposals (RFP). The JCPC anticipates funds from the NC Dept. of Public Safety Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention in the amount stated above to fund the program types specified below. Such programs will serve delinquent and at-risk youth for the state fiscal year 2025-2026 beginning on or after July 1, 2025. The use of these funds in this county requires a local match in the amount specified above. The county can approve programs for one- or two-year funding awards, depending on county approval and programs meeting all requirements. The JCPC will consider proposals for the following needed programs: