FY27 FAC Family Advocacy Centers

The FY27 FAC Family Advocacy Centers grant is a funding opportunity provided by the Department of Children and Family Services. The grant aims to support Family Advocacy Centers (FACs) in providing core services to families and children, including advocacy, mentoring, parent support and training, employment readiness training, and general counseling. The grant has a total funding amount of $14,247,567, and individual award amounts range from $153,948 to $1,707,424. The grant period is 36 months, and successful applicants may be eligible for two subsequent one-year renewals. The grant requires applicants to submit a full application, including a program narrative, budget, and supplemental questions. The application will be reviewed based on factors such as organizational capacity and experience, program design and implementation plan, alignment with funding priorities, outcomes and performance measurement, budget and cost effectiveness, and risk and compliance. Key services to be provided by FACs include: • Advocacy and mentoring • Parent support and training • Employment readiness training • General counseling • Support family and youth development • 18-21 services, including Financial Literacy Training • DCFS Alumni Services • Community linkages and referrals • In-home visits and safety assessments