Breaking the Cycle: We Are Providing Healing and Hope While Restoring Lives

I need help generating an example proposal to support the need to fund this project, Breaking the Cycle: We Are Providing Healing and Hope While Restoring Lives: This Will be a 36 month project that the Hope foundation will implement in Washington, DC based the need. Executive Summary to support this project: This proposal will support the development, enhancement, or expansion of intervention program for female juvenile delinquents. This project will be used to develop and implement direct service programs for female juvenile delinquents to reduce reoffending or enhance or expand existing programs to meet their specific needs. Anticipated Period of Performance Duration: 36 months Proposal Narrative Format of the Proposal Narrative: The Proposal Narrative should be double-spaced, using a standard 12-point size font; have no less than 1-inch margins; have numbered pages; and should not exceed 10 pages. Tables, charts, and graphs may be included in the proposal narrative and will count towards the 10 page-limit. Sections of the Proposal Narrative: The Proposal Narrative must include the four sections listed below. If the applicant seeks priority consideration, the Proposal Narrative must state which priority goal(s) the applicant’s project will advance and describe how (see section, Agency Funding Priorities under Program Description). 1. Description of the Need: What critical issue or problem is the applicant proposing to address with this project? Please include: • A brief explanation of the need, gap, or issue to be addressed by the proposed project. • Supporting information, data, or evidence to demonstrate the need’s existence, size, and impact on the target population and community. • How the need relates to the purpose of the NOFO. 2. Project Goals and Objectives: How will the proposed project address the need identified and address the purpose of the NOFO? Please include: • Project goals (goals are broad, visionary statements on what the applicant hopes to accomplish). • Project objectives (objectives are specific outcomes the applicant plans to achieve through project activities). How the applicant’s goals and objectives relate to the goals and objectives of the project summary that outlines the need. 3. Project Design and Implementation: How will the applicant implement project activities that meet the goals and objectives? Please include: • What activities the applicant will conduct to achieve the proposed goals and objectives. • How the applicant will deliver or complete those activities. Information about the program and project: • When the activities will take place: after school and on the weekends • Who in the applicant’s organization will staff the activities, including key staff. ( the mentor and program director) • Who will participate in and benefit from the activity. ( the program participant) • What deliverables, reports, and other items will be produced as part of the project. ( outline based on best practice) • If the applicant plans to use subrecipients to help conduct the project, please name them ( Smart StaTy Training Academ) (if they are known) or describe how the applicant will identify them. Please describe their role in conducting project activities. ( they will coordinate the events and activities and provide needs assessment and wellness care to program participants) 4. Capabilities and Competencies: What administrative and technical capacity and expertise does the applicant bring to successfully complete this project? Please include: ( draft example expertise based on best practices and national trends) • A short description of the applicant’s capacity to deliver the proposed project and meet the requirements of the award, including collecting and reporting the required performance measure data. Who will be responsible for this task, and how will the applicant collect the data? Refer to Program Description: Performance Measures for additional details on performance measures for this funding opportunity. • A description of projects or activities the applicant organization has conducted, or is currently conducting, that demonstrate the applicant’s ability to undertake the proposed project activities. • A summary of relevant experience of team members with key responsibilities for implementing the project. Project Evaluations: An applicant that proposes to use award funds to conduct project evaluations must follow the guidance in the “Note on Project Evaluations” section in the Application Resource Guide. OJJDP FY25 Reducing Recidivism for Female Juvenile Delinquents Agency Funding Priorities In order to advance public safety and help meet its mission, OJP will provide priority consideration to applicants that propose (as applicable within the scope of this funding opportunity) projects designed to advance the goals listed below. Applicants seeking priority consideration should specify in the proposal narrative (and in the budget detail form, if applicable) which of the following goal(s) the project is intended to advance and how it will do so: (b) Combatting violent crime; (c) Supporting services to American citizens; (d) Protecting American children; and (e) Supporting American victims of trafficking and sexual assault. Program Title: Breaking the Cycle: We are Providing Healing and Hope While Restoring Lives Our Approach: We will provide Innovative Solutions and Comprehensive Support for Young Women in Crisis Program Goals and Objectives Goal: Reduce recidivism, reduce risk factors, and promote protective factors for female juvenile delinquents, and place them on a path toward success, stability, and long-term contribution to society by developing, enhancing, or expanding programs and services. Objective 1: Develop and implement new direct service programs for female juvenile delinquents to reduce recidivism. Objective 2: Enhance or expand existing prevention and early intervention programs to meet the specific needs of female juvenile delinquents. Program Title Breaking the Cycle: We Are Providing Healing and Hope While Restoring Lives Program Overview The Hope Foundation Reentry Network will serve up to 50 female juvenile delinquents during this grant cycle in Washington, DC. Focusing on Wards 1, 5, 6, 7, and 8, the program is committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by these young women and positioning them on a path toward long-term success, stability, and community contribution. Our Approach Innovative Solutions: - Implement evidence-based practices tailored to the distinct needs of female juvenile delinquents. - Introduce new direct service programs designed to reduce recidivism through targeted support and skill-building. Comprehensive Support: - Enhance and expand current prevention and early intervention initiatives to provide holistic support. - Focus on reducing risk factors while promoting protective factors, ensuring that the participants receive continuous care that addresses immediate needs and future planning. Holistic Reintegration: - Provide resource coordination that involves education, employment training, mental health services, and family support. - Foster a supportive community network to guide and mentor participants throughout their transition. Program Goals and Objectives Goal: To reduce recidivism, mitigate risk factors, and enhance protective factors for female juvenile delinquents. By developing and expanding necessary programs and services, the initiative aims to set these young women on a successful and stable trajectory for long-term societal contribution. Objective 1: Develop and implement new direct service programs tailored to female juvenile delinquents, thereby reducing the rate of recidivism. Objective 2: Enhance and expand existing prevention and early intervention programs to specifically address the multifaceted needs of female juvenile delinquents, contributing to their overall healing and reintegration. Supporting Statistics Recidivism Rates: Studies indicate that recidivism rates for juvenile delinquents are significantly high. For instance, research shows that nearly 70% of youth re-offend within three years of their initial offense when effective interventions are lacking. Gender-Specific Challenges: Female juvenile delinquents often face unique challenges, including higher rates of trauma, mental health disorders, and social instability. National surveys consistently reveal that specialized programs for young women are critical in reducing recidivism and fostering resilience. Need in Target Wards: Data from Washington, DC, indicates that Wards 1, 5, 6, 7, and 8 are areas with increased rates of juvenile delinquency. Community assessments suggest that targeted interventions in these wards can lead to a substantial decrease in recidivism and improved long-term outcomes for young women. By addressing these disparities and providing tailored services, the Hope Foundation Reentry Network aims to create significant, measurable impact within these underserved communities. This comprehensive summary demonstrates the critical need for the project and outlines how the initiative will deliver effective, specialized support to reduce recidivism among female juvenile delinquents. Below is the revised program summary incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Restorative Justice principles into the curriculum: Program Title Breaking the Cycle: We Are Providing Healing and Hope While Restoring Lives Program Overview The Hope Foundation Reentry Network will serve up to 50 female juvenile delinquents during this grant cycle in Washington, DC. Focusing on Wards 1, 5, 6, 7, and 8, the program is committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by these young women, guiding them toward success, stability, and long-term contribution to the community. Our Approach Innovative Solutions: - Implement evidence-based practices tailored to the specific needs of female juvenile delinquents. - Introduce new direct service programs aimed at reducing recidivism through targeted support and skill-building interventions. Comprehensive Support: - Enhance and expand current prevention and early intervention initiatives to deliver holistic support. - Incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address maladaptive thinking patterns and promote positive behavioral changes. - Apply Restorative Justice principles to repair harm, foster accountability, and rebuild relationships within families and the community. Functional Family Therapy (FFT): To Focuses on improving family communication and dynamics, reducing recidivism through reinforced support systems. Restorative Justice Principles: Emphasizes repairing harm through inclusive, community-based practices that encourage accountability, community healing, and the rebuilding of relationships. Statistical evidence supports the need for these targeted interventions: - Research shows that evidence-based interventions can reduce recidivism by up to 50% in juvenile populations. - Studies indicate that incorporating CBT can decrease the likelihood of re-offending while simultaneously improving mental health outcomes. - Restorative Justice practices have been effective in rebuilding community trust and reducing long-term criminal behavior, particularly in urban settings like Washington, DC. By combining these proven strategies and curricula, the Hope Foundation Reentry Network aims to create a sustainable model for transformation, ensuring that every program participant has a clear pathway to healing, hope, and successful reintegration into society. Note on Project Evaluations An applicant that proposes to use award funds through the NOFO to conduct project evaluations should be aware that certain project evaluations (such as systematic investigations designed to develop or contribute to generalizable knowledge) may constitute “research” for purposes of applicable DOJ human subjects protection regulations. “Research,” for purposes of human subjects protection for OJP-funded programs, is defined as “a systematic investigation, including research development, testing and evaluation, designed to develop or contribute to generalizable knowledge.” 28 C.F.R. § 46.102(d). However, project evaluations that are intended only to generate internal improvements to a program or service or are conducted only to meet OJP’s performance measure data reporting requirements likely do not constitute “research.” The applicant should provide sufficient information for OJP to determine whether the project would intentionally or unintentionally collect and/or use information in such a way that it meets the DOJ definition of research that appears at 28 C.F.R. Part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For additional information on determining whether a proposed activity would constitute research for purposes of human subjects protection, applicants should consult the decision tree in the “Research and the protection of human subjects” section of the Legal Overview—FY 2025 Awards. Every prospective applicant whose application may propose a research or statistical component also should review the Data Privacy and Confidentiality Requirements on that webpage.  Proposal Narrative/Project Description The NOFO will provide directions on the content of the proposal narrative/project description, how it should be formatted, and how it should be submitted in JustGrants. For many NOFOs, the proposal narrative consists of the following sections: • Description of the need.  • Project goals and objectives. • Project design and implementation. • Capabilities and competencies. As applicants develop their project, they may wish to consider evidence-based programs or practices. OJP strongly encourages the use of data and evidence in policymaking and program development for criminal justice, juvenile justice, and crime victim services. OJP is committed to: • Improving the quantity and quality of evidence OJP generates. • Integrating evidence into program, practice, and policy decisions within OJP and the field. • Improving the translation of evidence into practice. The OJP CrimeSolutions.ojp.gov website is one resource that applicants may use to find information about evidence-based programs in criminal justice, juvenile justice, and crime victim services. An applicant should follow the specific instructions and requirements outlined in the NOFO to complete each section of the proposal narrative. Data Requested With Application  Financial Management and System of Internal Controls Questionnaire (Including Applicant Disclosure of High-Risk Status) Unless specifically instructed by the NOFO to upload a completed PDF attachment, every OJP applicant (other than an individual applying in their personal capacity) is required to complete the web-based OJP Financial Management and System of Internal Controls Questionnaire in JustGrants. The questionnaire helps OJP assess the financial management, internal control systems, and associated potential risks of an applicant as part of the pre-award risk assessment process. (See the section on Financial Management and Internal Controls in this guide for more information regarding federal award administration.) It is helpful to have financial staff most familiar with the applicant's financial systems complete this questionnaire. Access the OJP Financial Management and System of Internal Controls Questionnaire screen images and instructions to assist you with completing the questionnaire in JustGrants. During prior fiscal years, some applicants were instructed in the NOFO to attach a completed PDF form for the Financial Management and System of Internal Controls Questionnaire instead of completing the web-based form. For reference, the previous form is available here: OJP Financial Management and System of Internal Controls Questionnaire—ARCHIVED. Description February 6, 2025 The Office of Justice Programs (OJP) Grant Application Resource Guide provides guidance to assist OJP grant applicants in applying for OJP funding. It complements notices of funding opportunities (NOFOs) by providing more detail about policies, statutes, and regulations that apply to many (or in some cases, all) OJP funding applicants or to grants and cooperative agreements awarded in fiscal year (FY) 2025. For detailed instructions on using the JustGrants system to submit applications, review the Application Submission Resources. Some OJP NOFOs expressly modify a provision of this guide; in such cases, the applicant should follow the guidelines in the NOFO.  DOJ Grant Application Process Overview See the YouTube Terms of Service and Google Privacy Policy Want to apply for Department of Justice (DOJ) funding? This video offers a quick look at the systems you'll use to complete your grant application—SAM.gov, Grants.gov, and JustGrants—and shows you where to find assistance with any step in the grant application process. Contents • Finding Funding Opportunities • Funding Opportunity Review and Project Planning • How To Apply: Application Contents, Submission Requirements, and Deadlines • Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov Registration/Renewal • First-Time Registration • Renewing an Existing Registration • Applying as an Individual • Applying as a Small Business • Submission Step 1: SF-424 in Grants.gov • First-Time Registration • Renewing an Existing Registration • Guidance for Specific SF-424 Fields • SF-424 Submission • Submission Step 2: Full Application in JustGrants • First-Time Registration • Renewing an Existing Registration • Preparing for Submission • Data Requested With Application • Proposal Narrative/Project Description • Budget Preparation and Submission and Associated Documentation • Additional Application Components • Disclosures and Assurances • Submission Dates and Times • Experiencing Unforeseen Technical Issues • Application Review Information • Basic Minimum Requirements • Peer Review • Programmatic and Financial Review Criteria • Risk Review • Selection Process • Federal Award Notices • Award Acceptance • Post-Award Requirements and Administration • General Information About Post-Federal Award Reporting Requirements • Administrative, National Policy, and Other Legal Requirements • Financial Management and System of Internal Controls • Information Technology (IT) Security Clauses • Other Information • Information Regarding Potential Evaluation of Programs and Activities • Note on Project Evaluations • Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (5 U.S.C. § 552 and § 552a) • Provide Feedback to OJP • OJP Peer Reviewers • Glossary of Common Terms • Finding Funding Opportunities  As OJP funding opportunities become available, they are posted to the Current Funding Opportunitieswebpage.    Potential applicants can also find open federal funding opportunities on Grants.gov and sign up to receive notifications when new funding is available. DOJ generally announces funding opportunities 45– 60 days before the submission deadline. (The Grants.gov Quick Start Guide for Applicantsprovides information on additional ways to search for funding opportunities.)  Funding Opportunity Review and Project Planning Applicants should carefully review the notice of funding opportunity to determine whether the opportunity aligns with the project they want to pursue. Applicants should consider their capacity to implement the proposed project and comply with grant management activities (such as financial and programmatic reporting) and legal regulations. • Review all sections of the NOFO. • Confirm the applicant is eligible to receive funding (see the NOFO section Eligibility: Eligible Applicants). • Confirm the funding opportunity goals, objectives, and activities align with the applicant’s proposed project (see the NOFO section Program Description). Confirm the proposed budget: • Is within the funding limits (see the NOFO section Basic Information: Funding Details) • Includes only allowable costs (see the NOFO section Application Contents, Submission Requirements, and Deadlines: Budget Detail Form) • Includes cost sharing/match, if applicable (see the NOFO section Program Description: Cost Sharing/Match Requirements) • Confirm the applicant has internal systems to manage the budget according to the Department of Justice (DOJ) Grants Financial Guide. This includes understanding the “Listing of Costs Requiring Prior Approval” and OJP’s policy and guidance on conference approval, planning, and reporting.  • Review the performance measures for this funding opportunity and confirm you will be prepared to collect and report on this data (see the NOFO section Program Description: Performance Measures). • Review the Legal Overview—FY 2025 Awards and confirm you are prepared to follow the requirements. How To Apply: Application Contents, Submission Requirements, and Deadlines Refer to the NOFO’s Application Contents, Submission Requirements, and Deadlines section for details on the application content that must be submitted for a specific funding opportunity as well as the submission deadlines.  Applicants for OJP funding must take several actions in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) before submitting web-based forms and attachments in Grants.gov and JustGrants.  Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov Registration/Renewal Requirement: Each applicant (unless the applicant is an individual or has been otherwise exempted in accordance with 2 C.F.R. 25.110) is required to: • Be registered in SAM.gov before submitting their application.  • Provide a valid Unique Entity Identifier in their application.  • Maintain an active SAM.gov registration with current information at all times during which they have an active federal award or an application or plan under consideration by a federal awarding agency. Timeframe: Applicants are encouraged to start the SAM.gov registration or renewal process at least 30 days prior to the application’s Grants.gov deadline.Applicants who fail to begin the SAM.gov registration or renewal process at least 10 business days prior to the Grants.gov deadline may not be able to complete the process in time and will not be considered for a technical waiver that allows for late submission. First-Time Registration Entities registering in SAM.gov for the first time will submit information about their entity type and structure; financial information (such as dates of the fiscal year, banking information, and executive compensation); entity points of contact; and other information. The information is reviewed and verified by SAM.gov, and then a UEI is issued. This process may take several weeks, so entities considering applying for funding should begin the registration process as soon as possible. Make note of the person assigned as the SAM.gov E-Business Point of Contact (E-Biz POC). The E-Biz POC will receive application-related notices and take time-sensitive actions in Grants.gov and JustGrants.   Renewing an Existing Registration Entities must renew their SAM.gov registration every 12 months to keep it active. If an entity does not renew their SAM.gov registration after 12 months, it will expire. An expired registration can delay or prevent the submission of an application for funding in Grants.gov and JustGrants. Applying as an Individual SAM.gov registration is not required for a person applying as an “individual” and not on behalf of a company; state, local, or tribal government; academic institution; or other type of organization. DOJ encourages individuals to obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the Internal Revenue Service. The individual applying for an award will submit the EIN value as the Tax Identification Number (TIN).  IMPORTANT: Individuals should not apply using a social security number or their employer’s Tax ID as a unique identifier. For additional information, including the steps to obtain an EIN, visit the IRS Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) online webpage. Individuals applying in their personal capacity should also search Grants.gov for funding opportunities for which individuals are eligible to apply, then use the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) to complete the registration form and create a username and password for Grants.gov. (An applicant applying as an individual must comply with all applicable Grants.gov Individual Applicant Registration Requirements.) Applying as a Small Business A small business, in addition to obtaining the SAM.gov registration, should obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the Internal Revenue Service. The person applying for an award will submit the EIN value as the Tax Identification Number (TIN). IMPORTANT: The small business applicant should not submit their social security number as the TIN. For additional information, including the steps to obtain an EIN, visit the IRS Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) online webpage. Submission Step 1: SF-424 in Grants.gov Requirement: Applicants will initiate an application and submit the Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424) in Grants.gov. Refer to the NOFO’s Basic Information section for the funding opportunity number and to determine whether there are multiple categories. (Each category will have an individual Competition ID.) Note the funding opportunity number and Competition ID (if applicable). The SF-424 is a standard form required for submission of applications. Grants.gov uses information from the applicant’s profile to populate some fields on this form.  Timeframe: DOJ urges applicants to register and submit the SF-424 at least 48 hours prior to the Grants.gov deadline to allow time to receive validation messages or rejection notifications from Grants.gov and to correct any problems before the Grants.gov deadline. Verify the application deadline (date and time) in the NOFO. If an applicant fails to submit the SF-424 in Grants.gov by the deadline, they will be unable to complete the application in JustGrants.  Once the applicant has selected the appropriate funding opportunity and competition ID, they can access the NOFO and initiate an application in Grants.gov. Applicants can enter their email address in the Subscribe option to be notified of any changes to the opportunity package before the closing date. First-Time Registration If the applicant does not already have a Grants.gov account, they will need to register in Grants.gov. Follow the Grants.gov Quick Start Guide for Applicants to register, create a workspace, assign roles, find a funding opportunity, submit the first part of an application, and troubleshoot issues.  Renewing an Existing Registration During the registration process, the SAM E-Biz POC at the applicant organization must log in to Grants.gov to confirm the applicant organization’s Authorized Organization Representative (AOR). The AOR is the role that manages users/roles and creates workspaces. This can be the same person as the SAM.gov E Biz POC. Guidance for Specific SF-424 Fields Section of SF-424 Instruction to Applicant 1: Type of Submission Select “Application.” 8a: Legal Name Enter the legal business name exactly as it appears on the matching System for Award Management (SAM.gov) record for your organization. 8b: Employer/Taxpayer Identification Number (EIN/TIN) Enter the EIN/TIN exactly as it appears on the matching SAM.gov record for your organization. 8c: Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Enter the entity’s active UEI exactly as it appears on the matching SAM.gov record for your organization. 8d: Address Enter the entity’s mailing address exactly as it appears on the matching SAM.gov record for your organization. 8f:  Applicant Point of Contact Enter the name and contact information of the individual who will complete the application in JustGrants. JustGrants will use this information (i.e., email address) to assign the application to this user in JustGrants. 9: Type of Applicant If the applicant is a for-profit entity, select “For-Profit Organization” or “Small Business” (as applicable). 17: Proposed Project Start and End Dates Provide preliminary estimates of the start and end dates. Refer to the NOFO’s Basic Information: Funding Details section for the anticipated project period start date. The anticipated project period duration will help applicants calculate the proposed end date. This data is transmitted to JustGrants and can be edited in the JustGrants Standard Applicant Information section if needed. 18: Estimated Funding Provide a preliminary estimate of the funding. Refer to the NOFO’s Basic Information: Funding Details section for the anticipated amount of an award. This data is transmitted to JustGrants and can be edited in the JustGrants Standard Applicant Information section if needed. 19: Intergovernmental Review The NOFO will state whether it is subject to Executive Order (E.O.) 12372 (Intergovernmental Review).  If it is not applicable, applicants should answer section 19 by selecting “Program is not covered by E.O. 12372.”  If it is applicable, the applicant should look for the name and address of their state’s Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for Intergovernmental Review here. • If the applicant’s state appears on the SPOC list, the applicant must contact their SPOC to find out about, and comply with, the state’s process under E.O. 12372. On the SF-424, an applicant whose state appears on the SPOC list must make the appropriate selection in response to question 19 once the applicant has complied with their state E.O. 12372 process. • If the applicant’s state does not appear on the SPOC list, the applicant should answer question 19 by selecting “Program is subject to E.O. 12372 but has not been selected by the state for review.” OJP will use the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to confirm the legal name, EIN, UEI, and mailing address entered in the SF-424. Therefore, an applicant should ensure that the information entered in the SF-424 matches their current registration in SAM.gov. If the current registration in SAM.gov does not match the SF-424, OJP will default to the SAM.gov record for the applicant organization. See the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov Registration/Renewal section of this guide for more information. SF-424 Submission  Click the “Sign and Submit” button on the Grants.gov Manage Workspace page under the “Forms” tab. This action will submit this part of the application to OJP. Within 48 hours after submitting the SF-424, the applicant should receive four email notifications, in this order, from Grants.gov: • “Submission Receipt” (Sent when the applicant submits and Grants.gov receives the application.) • “Submission Validation Receipt for Application” (Sent when Grants.gov validates the application submission.) • “Grantor Agency Retrieval Receipt for Application” (Sent when the application has been transmitted to OJP and the JustGrants system.) • “Agency Tracking Number Assignment for Application” (Sent when the Agency Tracking Number for the submission is assigned.)  If there are submission errors in the Grants.gov application, then applicants receive a “Rejection Notice for Application” instead of a “Submission Validation Receipt for Application” and will need to address those errors in order to successfully submit. It is possible to first receive a message indicating that the application was received, then receive a rejection notice a few minutes or hours later. Submitting the SF-424 well ahead of the Grants.gov deadline provides time to correct the problem(s) that caused the rejection. Submission Step 2: Full Application in JustGrants  Timeframe: These steps should be completed in JustGrants as early as possible and recommended at least 48 hours prior to the JustGrants deadline. Once registered in JustGrants, the Application Submitter will receive a link in an email to complete the rest of the application in JustGrants. First-Time Registration Once the application is received from Grants.gov, DOJ will send an email (from [email protected]) to the email address listed in Section 8F of the SF-424 with instructions on how to create a JustGrants account. This email should arrive within 24 hours after confirmation from Grants.gov of the SF-424 submission.  To ensure these emails are not flagged as spam, OJP recommends that applicants add [email protected] to the trusted sender list in their email settings. To create a JustGrants account: • Follow the instructions in the DIAMD email to confirm who will be the Entity Administrator (the person who manages which users can access JustGrants on behalf of the applicant).  • Log in to JustGrants and confirm the information in the Entity Profile.   • Invite individuals who will serve as the Application Submitter and Authorized Representative for the applicant to register for JustGrants.   Applicants can find additional information on JustGrants registration in the DOJ Grant Application Submission Checklist. Renewing an Existing Registration The Entity Administrator will need to log in to JustGrants to review the Authorized Representative associated with the entity. If an Authorized Representative needs to be added, the Entity Administrator will need to invite the individual to create a JustGrants account. Note that an organization can have more than one Authorized Representative as long as those individuals have documented authority to sign an agreement with the federal government. These actions are required before an application can be submitted. Within minutes of being invited to be an Authorized Representative, the individual will receive an email from [email protected] with instructions on how to create an account in DOJ's secure user management system. Once the Authorized Representative receives the email, completes the steps to create an account, and successfully logs into JustGrants, the Authorized Representative’s name will appear in the Entity Users section. Review the JustGrants user roles resources on the Entity Management training page to become familiar with the various JustGrants entity user roles. Preparing for Submission  Some of the required sections of the application will be entered directly into JustGrants, and other sections will require documents to be uploaded and attached. Therefore, applicants should allow enough time before the JustGrants deadline to prepare, enter, and upload all the requirements of the application.  Applicants may save their application in the system and add to or change the application prior to hitting the “Submit” button. It is also possible to recall a submitted application, edit it, and resubmit it prior tothe JustGrants deadline. After the application deadline, however, no changes or additions can be made to the application. OJP recommends that applicants submit the complete application package in JustGrants at least 48 hours prior to the JustGrants deadline.  Upon successful submission of an application, the Application Submitter, Entity Administrator, and Authorized Representative will receive a confirmation email from JustGrants. Standard Applicant Information This section of the JustGrants application is pre-populated with the SF-424 data submitted in Grants.gov. The applicant will need to review the Standard Applicant Information in JustGrants and make whatever edits are needed (e.g., project start and end dates or requested funding amount). Within this section, the applicant will need to add ZIP codes for areas affected by the project; confirm their Authorized Representative; and confirm the organization’s Unique Entity Identifier, legal name, and address. Proposal Abstract A proposal abstract (no more than 2,000 characters) summarizing the proposed project must be completed in the JustGrants web-based form. The text from abstracts will be made publicly available on the OJP.gov and USASpending.gov websites if the project is awarded, so this section of the application should not contain any personally identifiable information (e.g., the name of the project director). The NOFO’s Proposal Abstract section provides direction on what information should be included.   Example Proposal Abstract Template:  “The [insert entity name] proposes to implement the [insert project name]. The purpose is to _____________ in the [insert service area]. Project activities include_________________. _______________are the intended beneficiaries of the project. Subrecipient activities include _________________. Deliverables and expected outcomes include ________________.” Example Proposal Abstract: “The ABC County proposes to implement the ABC County Second Chance Community-Based Adult Reentry Program. The purpose is to develop a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, trauma-informed, and best practices community-based reentry program for individuals incarcerated in ABC County jail. Project activities include establishing a Reentry Advisory Board; implementing evidence-based risk and need screening and assessments tools; developing and implementing a Multidisciplinary Reentry Collaborative Case Management and Coordination Team; and designating community-based, peer-run, and faith-based organizations to provide post-release care coordination. Subrecipient activities include vocational skills training, job preparation, career exploration and planning, and skill-building services, including apprenticeships and occupational training. Expected outcomes include the development of a multidisciplinary team to address the reentry needs of individuals exiting the ABC County jail; provision of evidence-based services; reduction in recidivism in ABC County; and regular program assessments.”