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Fatherhood Program at Rikers Island Correctional Facility

Award Information

Awardee
THE CITY OF NEW YORK
Award #
15PJDP-24-GG-01667-COIP
Funding Category
Competitive Discretionary
Location

NEW YORK, NY

Congressional District
10
Status
Awarded, but not yet accepted
Funding First Awarded
2024
Total funding (to date)
$691,814
Original Solicitation
OJJDP FY24 Second Chance Act Addressing the Needs of Incarcerated Parents and Their Minor Children

Description of original award (Fiscal Year 2024, $691,814)

The New York City (NYC) Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) proposes to partner with the NYC Department of Corrections (DOC) to expand a Fatherhood Initiative Pilot at Riker’s Correctional Facility. The goal of the Fatherhood Initiative is to empower fathers to become self-sufficient and strengthen their bonds with their children and community.

Date Created: September 20, 2024