Kinship Navigator Programs: Evaluations

The purpose of this funding opportunity is to support the implementation and rigorous evaluation of existing Kinship Navigator Programs (KNPs). The goal is to increase the number of programs that qualify for federal Title IV-E Kinship Navigator funding by building strong evidence of improved outcomes for kinship caregivers and the children in their care. Strengthening the evidence base will position more programs for review by the Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse. This opportunity is intended for states and tribal communities that are not currently operating a Title IV-E Kinship Navigator Program.To achieve this goal, projects will focus on the following objectives: Administering KNP services, Collaborative planning, Evaluating the KNP, Complete a final evaluation report that demonstrates positive outcomes for kinship families.

Program Details

Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB is a federal agency that offers the Kinship Navigator Programs: Evaluations grant program to support eligible programs and projects. This funding opportunity is available nationally and is administered by Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB through Grants.gov. Organizations seeking funding for eligible programs and projects should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, eligible organizations, government agencies and municipalities, and for-profit businesses. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with Administration for Children and Families - ACYF/CB or on Grants.gov before investing time in an application.

Funding and Timeline

Funding available: $400K – $600K. The application deadline is August 7, 2026 (10 days remaining). Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds.

Program Focus

This grant supports eligible programs and projects. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 624410, 624110, 624190. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes.

How to Apply

Eligible organizations can apply through Grants.gov. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for.

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Eligibility

• Funded by ACF

Award details

Award range: $400K – $600K. Applications close on August 7, 2026 (10 days remaining).

Categories

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