HHS-2026-ACF-ACYF-CY-0159: FY2026 Runaway Homeless Youth Training, Technical Assistance, and Capacity Building Center (RHYTTAC)
Closed
This grant is closed. Who won this program's grants before is below, and similar open grants are at the end of the page. It is in our archive of Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB notices from 2026.
Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB offered grants of up to $2.5 million (at least $1.8 million) to nonprofits, colleges and universities and tribes. It expected to make one award worth $2.5 million in total. Applications closed on August 14, 2026.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed July 15, 2026. Checked November 7, 2026.
- Award ceiling$2.5 million
- Award floor$1.8 million
- Total funding$2.5 million
- Expected awards1
- Cost sharingRequired
- Funding typeCooperative Agreement
Other notices with this title
| Notice | Posted | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| HHS-2023-ACF-ACYF-CY-0023 | April 21, 2023 | Closed June 20, 2023 | Closed |
Key dates
| Posted | July 15, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | August 14, 2026 |
Who can apply
This opportunity was open to nonprofits, colleges and universities and tribes.
All 6 applicant types the notice lists
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Eligible entities include statewide and regional nonprofit organizations. Per Section 342 of the Runaway and Homeless Youth Act, for profit organizations are not eligible. In addition to statewide and regional nonprofit organizations, a combination of such entities are also eligible. Applications from individuals (including sole proprietorships) and foreign entities are not eligible and will be disqualified from the merit review and funding under this funding opportunity. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible for awards under this funding opportunity.
Is this a realistic fit?
- Past Basic Center Grant awards averaged $458,035; this notice allows up to $2.5 million per award.
- Most of the program's money (99% over five years) went to nonprofits.
- The notice requires cost sharing or matching funds, so you must contribute part of the project cost.
What the grant funds
The Runaway and Homeless Youth Training, Technical Assistance, and Capacity Building Center (RHYTTAC) provides direct training and technical assistance to existing RHY award recipients and subrecipients to enhance their efforts to successfully implement FYSB-funded projects. FYSB expects to award one cooperative agreement to strengthen and build the capacity of runaway and homeless youth and other youth-serving professionals and service providers across the nation by:Developing relevant and interactive training products for in-person and virtual adaptation. Disseminating evidenced-based, evidence-informed, and best practices related to issues impacting youth who have runaway from home, youth and young adults experiencing homelessness, and youth and young adults at risk of becoming homeless. Providing targeted technical assistance to RHY award recipients and youth-serving organizations to address current and potential needs. Leading coordination activities among RHY award recipients and other RHY funded partner organizations.
Who has won Basic Center Grant grants before
From fiscal 2021 to 2025, Basic Center Grant (93.623) awarded $299 million across 653 grant awards, an average of $458,035 per award.
| Recipient | State | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Collaboratory Inc | Pennsylvania | 2 | $9.3 million |
| National Runaway Switchboard | Illinois | 2 | $7.8 million |
| The Children's Center, Inc | Texas | 13 | $4.0 million |
| 180 Degrees Inc | Minnesota | 8 | $3.8 million |
| Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. | Florida | 7 | $3.8 million |
Applying now
This notice no longer takes applications. Agencies often post the same opportunity again under a new number, so check the program's notices on Grants.gov and the similar open grants below.
The notice on Grants.gov keeps its full text and attachments, which is useful for planning a resubmission.
Questions people ask
Is HHS-2026-ACF-ACYF-CY-0159 still open?
No. It closed on August 14, 2026.
Who can apply for FY2026 Runaway Homeless Youth Training, Technical Assistance, and Capacity Building Center (RHYTTAC)?
Administration for Children & Families - ACYF/FYSB accepted applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities and tribes. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for FY2026 Runaway Homeless Youth Training, Technical Assistance, and Capacity Building Center (RHYTTAC)?
Closed August 14, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $2.5 million each. About $2.5 million in total for one award.
Who has won Basic Center Grant grants before?
The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Youth Collaboratory Inc, National Runaway Switchboard, The Children's Center, Inc. The program made 653 awards worth $299 million in that time.
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