NATIONAL CHILDREN'S ALLIANCE

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to the Chapter Core Services - Request for Proposal (RFP) Toolkit, which contains videos, resources, and tools which are all specifically tailored to the NSP Chapter Core Services award type. This Chapter Award Toolkit page contains ALL the resources you will need to complete your application.

This toolkit is designed to guide you through the process of developing and submitting a strong, competitive proposal in response to a Request for Proposal (RFP). Whether you're new to grant writing or looking to refine your approach, this resource provides the essential tools, templates, and guidance needed to navigate each stage of the application process with confidence.

Inside, you will find step-by-step instructions, helpful checklists, and sample documents tailored to the specific requirements of this funding opportunity. From understanding the RFP and aligning your project goals, to preparing your budget and submitting your final application, this toolkit is here to support you every step of the way. Use this toolkit as your go-to resource to stay organized, meet deadlines, and put your best proposal forward.

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Awards for the Establishment, Improvement, and Expansion of Children's Advocacy Centers - Chapter Core Services

NCA, under a cooperative agreement with the United States Department of Justice Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), will administer over 15 million in federal funds for the establishment, improvement, and expansion of Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs) through this request for proposals (RFP). Please note that specific award amounts may change. All awards are contingent upon the release of funding from OJJDP.

Applicants must be existing Accredited State Chapters. Please review the RFP for additional eligibility details.

Chapter Core Services Award Type

Awards for the Establishment, Improvement, and Expansion of Children's Advocacy Centers - Chapter Core Services

Maximum Award Amount: Please reference the funding matrix by state

Goal: To assist local CACs in increasing access, developing, and improving a coordinated response to child abuse across the state in accordance with the national standards set for both CACs and the Chapters.

Organizational Capacity (Baseline Funding):

To develop/maintain the chapters’ organizational and programmatic capacity to deliver the proposed coordinated state-wide projects, programs, and trainings.

Statewide Projects (Variable Funding):

Growth and Development - To support the growth and development of new CACs and MDTs in unserved areas, the development of enhanced services by existing or emerging CACs and MDTs in underserved areas, the ongoing, comprehensive, quality services in currently served areas, and the identification and inclusion of demographic populations in all areas to increase access to quality CAC services.

Training and Technical Assistance - To ensure the identified training and technical assistance needs of existing and emerging CACs and multidisciplinary teams throughout the state are available and accessible.

Awareness and Education - To Increase awareness about child abuse and the CAC model and reform systems to ensure improved outcomes for child abuse victims.

Important!

Start with your Timeline

Applicants are highly encouraged to complete the timeline first. The timeline includes the eligible outcomes and activities and provides a place for you to indicate who will work on them and when. This information can be easily added to your application and provide the anticipated outcomes for your grant funding. An on-demand video just for Chapters is available here to help walk you through the steps. The Chapter Sample Outputs resources found further down on this page are also a helpful tool for you.