NO. FS/CA/REP/CWMINIGRANT-2024 - Community-Based Child Welfare Prevention Programs Mini Grant

The City and County of Denver (City) is seeking mini grant applications from qualified agencies organizations for a $50,000 mini grant to provide services through the Resource Engagement and Prevention Services Program. Applications shall address providing resource navigation and prevention services, in a culturally sensitive manner, to children, youth and families in the Denver public school systems. Services will be provided in close collaboration with Denver Human Services to address disproportionalities and disparities in reports of abuse and neglect to Denver’s child welfare services by mandated reporters. This mini grant opportunity is intended to engage students, families, and school staff in building a stronger, safer, and more supportive community through education, cross-training, and emergent, innovative practices.

The total funding available for award through this Request for Applications (RFA) is not to exceed $350,000. The City intends to execute contracts with one or more organizations and reserves the right to negotiate all final contract amounts. The anticipated initial contract term is September 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.