Home Study and Post-Release Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children
About
The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) provides temporary housing and care for children who arrive in the United States alone. These are children who are under 18 years old, don't have legal permission to be in the U. S., and don't have a parent or legal guardian in the U. S. who can take care of them. ORR runs the Home Study and Post-Release Services Program to help these children. Before placing a child with a sponsor, ORR carefully checks potential homes to make sure they're safe and appropriate. After placement, ORR provides ongoing support to help children and their sponsors succeed. This support helps children adjust to living with their sponsor, connect with their community, stay safe and healthy, and navigate the immigration court process. The goal is to make sure children are placed in safe homes and have the support they need to thrive while their immigration cases move forward.
The Home Study and Post-Release Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children grant, administered by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), funds organizations providing critical support services to unaccompanied minors who arrive in the United States without legal status or parental guardianship. This nationwide program supports two essential functions: conducting thorough home studies to ensure child safety before placement with sponsors, and delivering post-release services that help children and their sponsors succeed after placement. Funded organizations help children adjust to their new living situations, connect with community resources, maintain physical and mental health, and navigate immigration court proceedings. Social service providers, nonprofit organizations, and qualified agencies should apply if they have experience working with vulnerable populations, particularly immigrant and refugee children. The program emphasizes child welfare, safety assessments, and wraparound support services. Funding ranges from $1,000,000 to $50,000,000, making this a substantial opportunity for organizations with the capacity to deliver comprehensive services. The deadline for applications is July 6, 2026. Current recipients in their final project year should verify alignment with the projected award date before applying to continue services.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
July 6, 2026
Award Amount
$1M - $50M
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Grant Amount
$1M - $50M
Deadline
2026-07-06
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Annual
Best For
Nonprofit organizations, social service agencies, and qualified providers with experience serving immigrant and refugee children
Eligibility
Current RecipientsCurrent recipients in the final year of their project period must check when their project period ends. If the project period end date aligns with this funding opportunity"s projected award date, and the current recipient wants to apply to continue providing services, they must apply for this funding opportunity.Current recipients who are not in the final year of their proje
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Home Study and Post-Release Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children?
Current recipients in the final year of their project period are eligible if their project end date aligns with the funding opportunity's projected award date and they wish to continue providing services. For complete eligibility requirements and information about new applicants, visit the Office of Refugee Resettlement's official website.
How much funding does Home Study and Post-Release Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children provide?
Funding ranges from $1,000,000 to $50,000,000 depending on the scope and scale of services proposed. The exact award amount varies based on organizational capacity and project needs.
How do I apply for Home Study and Post-Release Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children?
Application procedures are managed by the Office of Refugee Resettlement. Visit the official ORR website for current application guidelines, forms, submission requirements, and technical assistance resources. The application deadline is July 6, 2026.
What can Home Study and Post-Release Services for Unaccompanied Alien Children funding be used for?
Funding supports home study and safety assessment services, placement services for unaccompanied children with sponsors, post-release case management and counseling, community integration support, health and wellness services, immigration court navigation assistance, and ongoing support to ensure child safety and successful family adjustment.
Last updated: July 5, 2026