CALIFORNIA REENTRY AND ENRICHMENT (CARE) GRANTS
Highlights
This program is a unique opportunity for your nonprofit organization. With $5 million in grants available annually, you can fund transformative projects that promote restorative justice within California's correctional institutions. Your initiatives can help participants build empathy, accountability, and resilience, addressing issues like trauma and violence. Implementing these programs can lead to measurable positive outcomes, not just for the individuals involved, but for the community as a whole.
Applying for this program can provide you with critical resources to enhance your mission and make a real difference. The funding can be used for workshops, counseling sessions, or other restorative practices. You can genuinely impact lives while fostering a safer environment. Moreover, the straightforward application process makes it accessible for organizations like yours. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of this transformative project and positively impact your community.
Financing Details
Type of Financing
This program offers grants totaling up to $5 million per year for three consecutive years. The grants support transformative programs aimed at enhancing empathy, accountability, and reducing violence within correctional environments.
Repayment Terms and Interest Rates
Since these are grants, you do not need to repay them. There are no interest rates associated with this funding. You receive the funds to support your initiatives without the burden of repayment.
Eligible Expenses
Funds can be used for:
- Insight-oriented, restorative justice programs
- Programs that increase mindfulness and reduce trauma impacts
- Training and development that address emotional resilience
- Activities aimed at decreasing aggression and hostility among participants
Prohibited Uses of Funds
These grants cannot be used for:
- Non-programmatic expenses
- Administrative costs unrelated to the funded program implementation
Associated Fees
There are generally no fees associated with applying for or receiving the grant funding. You focus on implementing your program instead of worrying about hidden costs.
Qualifications
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a non-profit organization.
- Legal structure can be any.
- No minimum or maximum number of employees.
- No minimum or maximum revenue qualifications.
- Must operate within California.
Disqualifications:
- For-profit organizations are not eligible.
- Businesses outside of California do not qualify.
Description
This program allocates $5 million annually for three years, totaling $15 million in grants specifically for nonprofit organizations. The funding is aimed at supporting transformative programs within correctional institutions in California. It focuses on restorative justice, helping participants build empathy and accountability, which can lead to positive changes in their lives and environments.
The grants will be available from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028, making this an excellent opportunity for your nonprofit. You can use this funding to implement programs that not only address empathy and resilience but also tackle issues related to stress, trauma, and violence in correctional settings. Your organization can play a vital role in creating lasting changes that benefit individuals and the community.
By participating, your nonprofit can help transform lives through tailored programs designed to produce measurable outcomes. Funding can support initiatives like workshops, counseling sessions, and other restorative practices that aid participants in overcoming challenges. The ultimate goal is to reduce violence and improve overall well-being among participants, fostering a safer and more understanding environment.
Program Steps
Gather Information: Familiarize yourself with the program details and funding objectives. Understand how your nonprofit's initiatives align with the goals of promoting restorative justice in correctional institutions.
Prepare Documentation: Collect the required documents needed for your application:
- Nonprofit status verification (e.g., 501(c)(3) letter)
- Organizational budget and financial statements
- Description of proposed programs, including objectives and anticipated outcomes
- List of key personnel involved in the project
- Letters of support from community partners, if applicable
Develop Your Proposal: Create a detailed project proposal that outlines your restorative justice initiatives. Highlight how these programs will promote empathy, accountability, and resilience among participants.
Complete the Application: Fill out the application form, ensuring all sections are accurate and clearly articulated.
Submit Your Application: Review your application one final time. Then, submit it through the specified online platform or email address as instructed by the program guidelines.
Follow Up: Once submitted, keep track of your application status. Reach out to program officials if you do not receive confirmation of receipt within a reasonable time frame.