Caring for Denver Foundation is currently seeking proposals to address its Alternatives to Jail focus area. The total amount available for all grant awards in this funding area is $14.8 million for services and supports that reduce the likelihood of individuals entering or re-entering the criminal legal system by:
- Reducing substance misuse or improving or maintaining positive mental health for individuals who are at risk of entering, currently involved with, or exiting the criminal legal system
- Increasing equity in mental health and substance misuse outcomes for individuals who are at risk of entering, currently involved with, or exiting the criminal legal system
- Reducing entry or recidivism into the criminal legal system for those experiencing mental health and substance misuse challenges
Funding for this initiative is currently open for applications, with a deadline of May 10, 2023. (New registrations in the grant application system must be completed by May 8)
Visit our website to learn more about applying for a grant and to view the Call for Proposals.
Application Resources
Check out our Resources page for all the information and documents you need to apply. It includes a downloadable Word version of the application, a line-item budget template, and a sample budget narrative.