Federal Grant Award Summary

SCIP-2026 State Court Improvement Program Award

The Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) awarded $700,700 to the Executive Office of the State of Missouri, Office of State Courts Administrator (OSCA), under the State Court Improvement Program (CFDA 93.586) effective October 1, 2025, with a completion date of September 30, 2027. This formula grant funds improvements to Missouri's court processes and judicial practices related to child welfare, family preservation, and adoption proceedings. The funding supports OSCA's efforts to assess and enhance the quality and effectiveness of court decision-making in child welfare cases, strengthen legal representation, and identify barriers to timely case resolution across Missouri's state courts.

The State Court Improvement Program provides states flexibility to design assessments and implement improvements tailored to their specific judicial needs. As a formula grant recipient, OSCA is eligible to submit complete renewal applications every five years with annual updates. The two-year award period allows Missouri courts to conduct targeted assessments, develop court process improvements, and enhance judicial practices in child welfare and family law matters. These grant-funded activities align with the broader federal objective of improving safety, permanency, and well-being outcomes for children involved in the child welfare system.