Community Resource Development Funds 2026-2027 Request for Proposals

This posting serves as a “Request for Proposals” (RFP) to develop and/or increase the availability of community-based resources to Mercer County youth experiencing emotional, behavioral, developmental, intellectual, and substance use needs, and their families.

A maximum total of $67,697.00 is available to fund one or more projects. This funding is available for the period of July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027. Funding is to be used for expansion or creation of resources available to Mercer County youth experiencing emotional, behavioral, developmental, intellectual, and substance use needs, and their families. All types of projects that result in the expansion or creation of community-based resources will be considered with preference given to those programs that address needs related to:

Evidence-based practices which support Mental and Behavioral Health prevention & intervention programs (specifically serving youth birth - 7 years of age)
I/DD and neurodiverse social and therapeutic groups, respite programming, transition support
Mentorship Programming supporting youth in or at risk of entering restrictive/intensive settings (i.e. Youth Detention, Partial Hospitalization, Inpatient)
Health & Wellness programming targeting healthy eating, recreational activities, fitness, and healthy body and mind connections
Social Skills groups including psychoeducation, socialization, recreation
LGBTQ+ Community programming in support of population and allies
After-school enrichment programming, inclusive of tutoring opportunities
Vocational programing for at-risk aging-out (17+) populations including life skills, financial literacy, coaching, etc.

Submission Deadline: Tuesday, January 16, 2026 at 5:00 P.M
     All awards are contingent on the sufficiency and availability of State funding

Important Information:

Bidders Virtual Conference (via Zoom) Capitol County will host two (2) opportunities for perspective bidders as an informational meeting where questions regarding the RFP process will be addressed. The meeting is not mandatory, but attendance is encouraged. Interested parties may use this meeting to ask questions and receive information regarding the scope, implementation and requirements of the grant. Registration Links provided below:

Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 11:00 A.M.

Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 2:00 P.M.

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Community Resource Development Funds 2026-2027 Request for Proposals

This posting serves as a “Request for Proposals” (RFP) to develop and/or increase the availability of community-based resources to Mercer County youth experiencing emotional, behavioral, developmental, intellectual, and substance use needs, and their families.