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Welcome to the Military CAC Services Request for Proposal (RFP) page. This page 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.  Let’s get started!

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Awards for Coordination of Children's Advocacy Center Services for Military Families

NCA, under a cooperative agreement with the United States Office of Justice Programs (DOJ, OJP, 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.

Eligible Organization Types

Applicants must be existing Accredited Children’s Advocacy Centers. Please review the RFP for additional eligibility details.

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Maximum Award Amount: $50,000 

Goal: Awards to establish or expand the provision of CAC services on military installations to:

Focus 1 - CACs who are establishing military partnerships: 

Identify and develop best practices to help military installations address cases of child abuse.

• Establish written protocols/guidelines for a coordinated CAC/MDT response specific to military-affiliated children and families.
• Implement more efficient delivery methods to increase service capacity for military-affiliated children and families.
• Implement or expand technology and systems to improve case management.
• Develop or strengthen partnerships with key military installation personnel.

Establish a coordinated investigative and comprehensive response to child abuse to military families.

• Provide core CAC services to military-affiliated child victims and non-offending caregivers as well as education, and support services.
• Provide and coordinate training for military partners on effective interventions for child abuse victims served through the multidisciplinary response and expand outreach to military communities to increase access to CAC services.

Focus 2 - CACs who are expanding military partnerships: 

Identify and develop best practice processes and resources to be made available to CACs to enhance services to military families.

• Document the progress of project implementation and the collaborative model developed related to implementation.

Expand existing partnerships, service delivery protocols, and develop new practices to strengthen coordinated and comprehensive military-CAC response to child abuse for military families.

• Establish practices and systems to ensure continuity of partnership through turnover.
• Further CAC efforts to strengthen military installation partnerships for long-term sustainability.
• Implement more efficient delivery methods to increase service capacity for military-affiliated children and families.
• Implement or expand technology and systems to improve case management.

Expand the coordinated investigative and comprehensive response to child abuse to military families.

• Expand core CAC services to military-affiliated child victims and non-offending caregivers as well as education, and support services.
• Provide and coordinate training for military partners on effective interventions for child abuse victims served through the multidisciplinary response and expand outreach to military communities to increase access to CAC services.

Both Focus 1 and Focus 2 applicants may use the funding to support a military-focused dedicated case manager/Victim Advocate or Liaison position at the CAC to support project activities.

Please Note! Military applicants are required to provide signed and dated letters of support or memoranda of understanding from partner agencies within the MDT/CAC. It is also recommended that applicants provide letters of support from Family Advocacy Program or other military programs at partnering military installations. Additional details regarding the requirements for letters of support can be found in the Application and Submission Information section of the Military RFP. 

Are you a returning applicant?

Applicants will need to ensure that new objectives/activities are the focus of the application.  The scope of your project should naturally evolve compared to past projects.

National Military MOUs

NCA stands ready to answer your questions about the National Military MOUs and to support your work with military partners. If you have any questions about the MOUs or providing services to military families, please contact Amber Garrison-Ahmed, Coordinator for Federal Partnerships at agarrisonahmed@nca-online.org.

Grant Application Template

To ensure easy access to essential application materials, we’ve provided a downloadable grant application template HERE. This template allows applicants to prepare their submissions even if our online systems are temporarily unavailable.

The following resources are designed to guide you through the application process from start to finish. Whether you prefer watching a walkthrough or following written steps, you'll find everything you need to complete your application thoroughly and confidently - including a planning tool to help you define your project's focus, objectives, and outcomes.  

Before getting started, please watch this short video presentation which will provide a general overview of the grant proposal budget worksheet for the NCA grant application process. We STRONGLY recommend that applicants view this video prior to attempting to complete the grant proposal budget worksheet.

After watching the video, download and use the Grant Proposal Budget and Timeline Template to create your project budget. The resources in this section provide valuable information to assist in developing your budget.

The following resources may assist you in preparing your application, if applicable. 

The Military Application Checklist lists critical application elements required to pass Basic Minimum Requirements review. An application that NCA determines does not meet the Basic Minimum Requirements listed below, will neither proceed to peer review nor receive further consideration. 

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