income_security_and_social_services · HHS-ACF-FYSB

National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program

Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB · HHS-2026-ACF-ACYF-CY-0160

Closed

Award Range

$1.0M – $1.8M

Total Program Funding

$1.8M

Expected Awards

Deadline

August 19, 2026

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program. Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB. The Division of Runaway and Homeless Youth will award one cooperative agreement on a competitive basis for a period of three years to operate the National Communication System (NCS) for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program. The NCS is a dedicated toll-free, US national communication system... $1,000,000-$1,800,000 per award; $1,800,000 total program funding; ~1 awards expected.

Who Should Apply

Private universities/colleges, County governments, Nonprofits (non-501c3), Public universities/colleges, Other eligible entities (+8 more)

Who Should NOT Apply

Organizations not matching the eligible applicant types listed above

Key Requirements (Plain English)

•In accordance with section 331 of the Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Act, priority will be given to applicants demonstrating experience in provid...
•Cost sharing/matching required

💡 GrantQuick Tip

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

Competitiveness: Very high — extremely limited awards available

What This Grant Funds

The Division of Runaway and Homeless Youth will award one cooperative agreement on a competitive basis for a period of three years to operate the National Communication System (NCS) for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program. The NCS is a dedicated toll-free, US national communication system that provides information, referral services, crisis intervention, prevention approaches, and other supportive services to vulnerable, at-risk, and runaway and homeless youth, and their families or legal guardians. The purpose of the NCS is to a) prevent youth from running away and becoming homeless, b) link youth with a family member or guardian, and/or an available resource that can provide and/or assist the youth in acquiring needed services, and c) increase prevention education to reduce runaway incidents and youth homelessness.

Attachments

PDF

HHS-2026-ACF-ACYF-CY-0160 (2).pdf

HHS-2026-ACF-ACYF-CY-0160_2.pdf

Who Can Apply

In accordance with section 331 of the Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Act, priority will be given to applicants demonstrating experience in providing communication services to vulnerable youth, youth at-risk, runaway and homeless youth, including telephone, Internet, mobile applications, and other technology-driven services. 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. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible for awards under this funding opportunity.

Eligible Applicant Types

Independent School DistrictsFederally Recognized Tribal GovernmentsPrivate Colleges & UniversitiesCounty GovernmentsPublic Colleges & UniversitiesOther Tribal Organizations501(c)(3) NonprofitsState GovernmentsPublic And Indian Housing AuthoritiesCity/Township GovernmentsNonprofits without 501(c)(3)Other (see NOFO for details)Special District Governments

Funding Details

Minimum Award: $1.0M
Maximum Award: $1.8M
Total Program Funding: $1.8M
Expected Number of Awards: 1
Cost Sharing Required?: Yes
Funding Instrument: cooperative_agreement

Key Dates

Posted: July 21, 2026

Application Deadline: August 19, 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

Tim D. Joyce timothy.joyce@acf.hhs.gov

timothy.joyce@acf.hhs.gov

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