Recent Updates
The deadline to apply for the JJ Formula: Youth Program Evaluation Study grant program has been extended to February 24, 2023. All eligible agencies are invited to apply! Find out more on the Department of Justice grants page: https://www.doj.state.wi.us/dles/grants/grants.
JJ Formula Indian Tribes grant opportunity closed for applications. Two other grant opportunities for implicit bias training, technical assistance, and system improvement; and youth serving program evaluations are still open for applications until Friday February 3, 2023.
Three grant opportunities funding a variety of programs including: programs to reduce delinquency for Native American youth, programs that address implicit bias in juvenile justice decision-making, and an evaluation of an existing youth service program. A variety of agencies are eligible to apply through the DOJ Grants website. Apply now!
Applications due January 27, 2023.
The juvenile justice formula grant programs listed below closed 9/2/2022. Please check the GJJC Resources page and DOJ Grants page for future opportunities.
- Community-Based Programs and Services (2023)
- Racial and Ethnic Disparities Reduction (2023)
- Indian Tribes (2023)
Three funding opportunities to support local agencies support and serve youth are now open for applications. Details on available amounts, eligible organizations, and program guidelines are located in the Resources tab, Grant Opportunity section. Eligible applicants should submit their applications as soon as possible and no later than August 19.
Four awards have been made for the Title II Positive Youth Development Mentoring Program. These projects will serve at risk youth across the state by providing opportunities for positive relationships with supportive adults Information regarding the awards and the projects can be found at the Initiatives By County page.
The School-Based Restorative Justice grant opportunity opened in March 2022 has now closed and will no longer accept applications.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court voted to grant Rule Petition 21-04 to amend Wis. Stats. §48.299 and §938.299 Regulating the Use of Restraints on Children in Juvenile Court. The rule establishes a presumption against shackling in juvenile court, promote the humane treatment of children, strengthen rehabilitation efforts, and maintain safety. The GJJC testified in support of the petition.
The GJJC presents the Tony Maggiore Youth Excellence Award to a remarkable young person in Wisconsin every two years. This award recognizes a youth person, having prior contact with the juvenile justice system, that has achieved personal success and has made positive contributions to their community. Please review the memo and nomination form if you would like to nominate a youth or young adult.
The Wisconsin Department of Justice opened a school-based restorative justice program grant opportunity. This funding opportunity will support schools in introducing restorative justice principles and practices to their school discipline policies and procedures or expanding their use within the district. Applications will be accepted until April 29th or all funding is awarded, whichever is first.