NATIONAL CHILDREN'S ALLIANCE

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Welcome to the DTVF 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!

Awards for Expanding Access to CACs Resources and Services for Victims of Child Sexual Abuse Materials and Child Sex Trafficking (DTVF)

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.

Eligible Organization Types

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

Download RFP

Accessing Your In-Progress Application 

Once you have established an account and can access the online application portal, save the following web address to your Favorites in your internet browser so you can easily reopen your in-progress application to continue working on it until you're ready to submit: YourCause - Grants Portal

CAC Trainings and Provision of Services to Victims of CSAM and Child Sex Trafficking

Maximum Award Amount: $75,000 

Goal: To support the development, expansion, or enhancement of the full array of CAC services to victims of child sexual abuse materials (CSAM), including those victims of CSAM who are also victims of child sex trafficking.

This can include emergency support services (clothing, medical care, mental health services, and transportation) and/or temporary housing resources*. 

To facilitate the development of written protocols/guidelines, policies and procedures for a coordinated CAC/MDT response specific to CSAM and child sex trafficking cases. 

 To develop CAC competencies in service provision to victims of CSAM and/or child sex trafficking by focusing on one or more of the following trainings**:

• Specialized Forensic Interview (FI) training
• Screening and identification 
  
• Evidence-based interventions for Mental Health clinicians
• MDT response and the provision of services, including cases of youth-produced sexual images
• Statewide, regional, or national child abuse conferences with CSEC focus
  
• Providing a coordinated response for local community organizations and groups

*This is limited up to the total amount charged by a shelter per night or for a hotel room at or below the federal government nightly per diem rates if it is needed as part of the direct provision of services in the process of returning a victim home to their family or caregiver.

**All trainings must be specifically focused on victims of CSAM and/or child sex trafficking

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.

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 tools provide examples of how to complete the Project Design and Implementation section of the DTVF application. Please visit the Forms and Templates - RFP Resources page to find similar tools that provide examples of how to complete the remaining sections of the application.

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The DTVF 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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