Description
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Probation Service is seeking proposals to fund multidisciplinary diversion programs that prevent at‑risk youth (ages 11‑24) from entering the criminal justice system. Funding will support community‑based services that directly divert identified individuals through mental‑health linkage, mentoring, restorative justice, family assistance, and collaborative efforts with municipal, law‑enforcement, and school partners. The solicitation targets Massachusetts cities, towns, or community‑based providers partnered with a local government fiscal agent. Awards range from $50,000 to $100,000 per project, with a maximum project period of one year. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the FY 2027 appropriation ($500,000) is exhausted, with a final deadline of October 16, 2026.
• Eligible applicants: MA cities/towns (or community providers with a municipal fiscal‑agent partnership).
• Funding amount: $50‑100 k per award; total FY 2027 pool $500 k.
• Project focus: Direct diversionary impact on identifiable youth; must include method for confidential identification.
• Required deliverables: Detailed narrative, budget, partnership letters, and the Commonwealth Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing (CASL) form.