Federal Grant Award Summary

The Judiciary Courts of the State of Wisconsin received a $665,030 State Court Improvement Program (SCIP-2026) formula grant award from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. Under CFDA 93.586, this funding supports the Wisconsin court system's efforts to assess and improve court processes related to child welfare, family preservation, and adoption proceedings. The award enables the Director of State Courts to design and implement court assessments that identify barriers to timely and effective judicial decision-making, with the goal of enhancing legal representation and judicial practices in child welfare cases.

As a formula grant recipient with a history of consistent SCIP funding totaling over $5.2 million since 2020, Wisconsin will utilize these funds to advance court improvement initiatives including enhanced case processing for children and families, expanded treatment court programs, improved legal representation, and integrated data systems. The funding further supports judicial training and resources for court personnel on sensitive matters affecting vulnerable populations, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to improving judicial effectiveness and ensuring the safety, permanency, and well-being of children within the Wisconsin court system.