National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program
Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB
About This Grant
<p>The Division of Runaway and Homeless Youth will award one cooperative agreement on a competitive basis for a period of three years to operate the National Communication System (NCS) for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program. The NCS is a dedicated toll-free, US national communication system that provides information, referral services, crisis intervention, prevention approaches, and other supportive services to vulnerable, at-risk, and runaway and homeless youth, and their families or legal guardians. The purpose of the NCS is to a) prevent youth from running away and becoming homeless, b) link youth with a family member or guardian, and/or an available resource that can provide and/or assist the youth in acquiring needed services, and c) increase prevention education to reduce runaway incidents and youth homelessness. <br> </p>
Grant Summary
National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program is a Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB grant providing $1M to $1.8M for university, municipality, nonprofit. Applications are due 2026-08-03 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- In accordance with section 331 of the Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Act, priority will be given to applicants demonstrating experience in providing communication services to vulnerable youth, youth at-risk, runaway and homeless youth, including telephone, Internet, mobile applications, and other technology-driven services. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible for awards under this funding opportunity.
How to Apply
$1M–$1.8M
2026-08-03
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program from Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB before the deadline.
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National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program?
National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program is offered by Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB and is generally open to university, municipality, nonprofit, tribal government, school district. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program provide?
National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program provides between $1M and $1.8M per award from Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program deadline?
Applications for National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program are due 2026-08-03 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program?
To apply for National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB.
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