Innovative Partnerships and Sustainable Programs Service

Caring Partners of Morris & Sussex seeks innovative, sustainable programs that expand service access, promote well-being, and reduce participation barriers for youth up to age 21 and their families in Morris and Sussex Counties. Requested scope includes youth enrichment, emotional well-being, and digital wellness activities, as well as programs that strengthen protective factors and support youth mental health. Eligible applicants are onshore USA-based nonprofit or for-profit organizations with demonstrated experience providing youth services and the ability to deliver culturally responsive, accessible programming. Programs already funded through DCF, Medicaid, or other existing funding sources are excluded. Applicants must submit proposals using the required narrative template and provide budget documents through the Caring Partners CRD Funds Online Application. Evaluators will score proposals out of 100 total points based on program design (25 points), community need (20 points), organizational capacity (15 points), and four 10-point categories covering equity, evaluation, sustainability, and budget cost-effectiveness. The contract term runs from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2028, and applicants must submit a proposal to establish the project budget.