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National Communication System for Runaway and Homeless Youth Program

Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB

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Posted
Apr 27, 2026
Amount
$1,000,000 - $1,800,000
Closes
Aug 19, 2026 (in 27 days)

Classification and identifiers

Solicitation number
HHS-2026-ACF-ACYF-CY-0160
Assistance listing (CFDA)
93.623

Amount

$1,000,000 - $1,800,000

Who can apply

Special districtsHousing authoritiesPrivate universitiesPublic universitiesNonprofits (non-501c3)Tribal governments

Private colleges and universities and Public colleges and universities can all apply here. Check the eligibility details below to see if your organization fits.

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.

About this opportunity

​​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 inci...

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