Grants
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If you are a current subrecipient of a grant award from the Supreme Court of Ohio and need assistance, please reach out to your grant contact at the Court or the Finance and Grants Administrator at grants@sc.ohio.gov or by calling 614-387-9522.
The Supreme Court of Ohio is requesting grant applications to support the creation or expansion of mediation programs within abuse, neglect, and dependency (A/N/D) cases, the establishment of emancipation mediation programs for older youth preparing to transition out of foster care, as well as school attendance mediation programs designed to address absenteeism and prevent child welfare or juvenile justice involvement. Up to seven applicant courts will be competitively selected to receive funding through a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, administered under the Court Improvement Program (CIP) by the Children and Families Section. These programs aim to strengthen family engagement, improve communication among families and system partners, reduce conflict, support timely permanency outcomes, address barriers to school attendance, and promote collaborative problem-solving. This grant opportunity supports courts in implementing mediation strategies that improve outcomes for children and families while strengthening collaboration among courts, schools, agencies, caregivers, youth, and community partners.
Applications will be received until 5:00 p.m. on August 5, 2026, and must be sent via email to CFC@sc.ohio.gov.
How to Apply
The Request for Applications provides detailed information on the requirements for applicants and is available HERE. Court policies are attached HERE.
Application document is available HERE.
Questions
Contact Linda Topping at Linda.Topping@sc.ohio.gov or call 614-387-9389.
The Supreme Court of Ohio is requesting grant applications to support local juvenile and probate court technology projects. Up to ten applicant courts will be competitively selected to receive funding through a federal grant from the Department of Health and Human Services, administered under the Court Improvement Program (CIP) by the Children and Families Section. This funding opportunity is designed to help juvenile and probate courts improve their ability to maintain operations during emergencies, enhance digital communication with families and system partners, increase awareness of the right to legal representation, and strengthen virtual hearing capabilities.
Applications will be received until 5:00 p.m. on August 5, 2026, and must be sent via email to CFC@sc.ohio.gov.
How to Apply
The Request for Applications provides detailed information on the requirements for applicants and is available HERE. Court policies are attached HERE.
Application document is available HERE.
Questions
Contact Linda Topping at Linda.Topping@sc.ohio.gov or call 614-387-9389.
The Supreme Court of Ohio is requesting grant applications to support the implementation of a Court Navigator Pilot Program within abuse, neglect, and dependency (A/N/D) cases. One applicant juvenile court will be competitively selected to receive funding through a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, administered under the Court Improvement Program (CIP) by the Children and Families Section.
Court Navigators are trained individuals who assist court users in understanding court processes, accessing resources, navigating systems, and preparing for meaningful participation in court proceedings. Court Navigators do not provide legal advice or represent parties. Rather, they serve as a bridge between families, service providers, attorneys, and the court by helping individuals understand expectations, access information, and overcome barriers to participation.
This pilot initiative seeks to implement the Court Navigator model to enhance family engagement, increase participation in court proceedings, strengthen collaboration among system partners, reduce barriers to access, and promote more timely permanency outcomes for children and families involved in Ohio’s child welfare system. The initiative will include an evaluation component to assess the effectiveness of the Court Navigator model in abuse, neglect, and dependency cases.
Applications will be received until 5:00 p.m. on August 5, 2026, and must be sent via email to CFC@sc.ohio.gov.
How to Apply
The Request for Applications provides detailed information on the requirements for applicants and is available HERE. Court policies are attached HERE.
Application document is available HERE.
Questions
Contact Linda Topping at Linda.Topping@sc.ohio.gov or call 614-387-9389.
Contact Information
Supreme Court of Ohio
65 South Front Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215-3731
Grant Administrator:
Mallory Geib