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Kinship Navigator Programs: Evaluations

Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB · HHS-2026-ACF-ACYF-CF-0004

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Award Range

$400K$600K

Total Program Funding

$4.8M

Expected Awards

8

Deadline

August 7, 2026

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

Kinship Navigator Programs: Evaluations. Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB. The purpose of this funding opportunity is to support the implementation and rigorous evaluation of existing Kinship Navigator Programs (KNPs). The goal is to increase the number of programs that qualify for federal Title IV-E Kinship Navigator funding by building strong evidence of improved... $400,000-$600,000 per award; $4,800,000 total program funding; ~8 awards expected.

Who Should Apply

State governments, Nonprofits (non-501c3), Other Native American Tribal Organizations, Nonprofits (501c3), Public universities/colleges (+10 more)

Who Should NOT Apply

Organizations not matching the eligible applicant types listed above

Key Requirements (Plain English)

  • If the applicant is not the title IV-E agency, it shall provide a letter of commitment from the title IV-E child welfare agency to implement the ti...
  • Cost sharing/matching required

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Budget for cost-sharing match. Demonstrate institutional commitment and matching funds clearly in your proposal.

Competitiveness: High — limited number of awards

What This Grant Funds

The purpose of this funding opportunity is to support the implementation and rigorous evaluation of existing Kinship Navigator Programs (KNPs). The goal is to increase the number of programs that qualify for federal Title IV-E Kinship Navigator funding by building strong evidence of improved outcomes for kinship caregivers and the children in their care. Strengthening the evidence base will position more programs for review by the Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse. This opportunity is intended for states and tribal communities that are not currently operating a Title IV-E Kinship Navigator Program.To achieve this goal, projects will focus on the following objectives: Administering KNP services, Collaborative planning, Evaluating the KNP, Complete a final evaluation report that demonstrates positive outcomes for kinship families.

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Who Can Apply

If the applicant is not the title IV-E agency, it shall provide a letter of commitment from the title IV-E child welfare agency to implement the title IV-E Kinship Navigator program that meets the Clearinghouse"s requirements of being rated as either a promising, supported, or well-supported practice criteria upon the completion of the three-year project period. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity.

Eligible Applicant Types

Small BusinessesState GovernmentsFor-Profit OrganizationsCity/Township Governments501(c)(3) NonprofitsNonprofits without 501(c)(3)Public Colleges & UniversitiesOther (see NOFO for details)Federally Recognized Tribal GovernmentsPrivate Colleges & UniversitiesIndependent School DistrictsOther Tribal OrganizationsCounty GovernmentsSpecial District GovernmentsPublic And Indian Housing Authorities

Funding Details

Minimum Award
$400K
Maximum Award
$600K
Total Program Funding
$4.8M
Expected Number of Awards
8
Cost Sharing Required?
Yes
Funding Instrument
cooperative_agreement

Key Dates

Posted: July 8, 2026
Application Deadline: August 7, 2026 (0 days remaining)

Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on the listed application due date.

Agency Contact

Liliana Hernandez Chakrabarti cb@grantreview.org

cb@grantreview.org

Ready to apply?

View the full NOFO and submit your application on Grants.gov