Summary: PREP-2026 Federal Formula Grant Award

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services received a formula grant award of $221,541 from the Administration for Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) under the Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP, CFDA 93.092) effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2028. This award funds comprehensive sexual health education and youth development initiatives targeting adolescents ages 10-19, with particular emphasis on pregnant and parenting youth under age 21. The program delivers evidence-based, medically accurate education addressing abstinence and contraception to reduce teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, and HIV/AIDS, while incorporating instruction on at least three adulthood preparation topics including healthy relationships, adolescent development, financial literacy, parent-child communication, educational and career success, and healthy life skills.

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services will implement and coordinate PREP services statewide with emphasis on serving vulnerable and at-risk populations, including youth in foster care, juvenile justice systems, victims of human trafficking, and homeless or runaway youth. All funded activities must be age-appropriate, culturally responsive, and based on rigorous scientific research demonstrating effectiveness in changing youth behavior. As a state formula grant recipient, Utah may continue receiving annual funding throughout the designated award period contingent upon satisfactory progress and compliance with federal grant requirements and conditions.