This document serves as a fact sheet on a grant to support the development and implementation of residential substance use disorder treatment programs within state and local correctional facilities, as well as detention facilities; it provides an overview of who may apply and why, maximum award funds, where to find more information, tips for successful grant applications, and how and when to apply.
This solicitation overview provides grant information and resources for entities that may be interested in funding assistance from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to provide funding in support of the development and implementation of residential substance use disorder (SUD) treatment programs within state and local correctional facilities, as well as within detention facilities, in which people are incarcerated for a period of time that would allow for SUD treatment. The overview notes eligible applicants as being state governments, especially agencies that have not received Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) funding before, or convening or governing bodies that can apply on behalf of one or more entities. The fact sheet provides details on the maximum amount of funding per award and lists examples of strategies or activities that can be funded, as well as where to get more information about the grant opportunity. The document also lists tips for submitting a successful grant application, with details about how and when to apply. It also emphasizes that registration and renewal in the System for Award Management (SAM) may take up to 10 business days.