2110-0202 Bullying Prevention (BP)

The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) is offering grants to support bullying prevention programs in schools. The goal of the program is to reduce bullying and strengthen protective factors. The program will support primary prevention through family support, education, youth development, and community investment, as well as secondary and tertiary prevention by intervening with high-risk individuals and aiding recovery through trauma-informed services. • The program is open to education organizations and non-profit organizations. • Applicants must have at least 5 years of experience providing training and technical assistance to schools and community-based organizations on bullying prevention, social and emotional learning, and/or trauma-aware climate initiatives. • The program will support evidence-based practices and require grantees to submit quarterly progress reports. • The grant award will range from $65,000 to $75,000.