Description

The purpose of this program is to support states and Tribes with implementing youth (up to age 24) suicide prevention and early intervention strategies in schools, educational institutions, juvenile justice systems, substance use and mental health programs, foster care systems, pediatric health programs, and other child- and youth-serving organizations.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants are States and territories; a public organization or private non-profit organization designated by a State or Indian Tribe to develop or direct a statewide youth suicide, early intervention, and prevention strategy; or a Federally recognized Indian tribe, tribal organization, or an urban Indian organization that is actively involved in the development and continuation of a tribal youth suicide early intervention and prevention strategy.

Award Information

Funding Mechanism: Cooperative Agreement

Anticipated Total Available Funding: $14,932,933

Anticipated Number of Awards: Up to 20

Anticipated Award Amount: up to $735,000 per year

Length of Project: 5 years

Cost Sharing/Match Required?: No

Proposed budgets cannot exceed $735,000 in total costs (direct and indirect) in any year of the proposed project. Annual continuation awards will depend on the availability of funds, grantee progress in meeting project goals and objectives, timely submission of required data and reports, and compliance with all terms and conditions of award.