Formula Grant 2602CTSCIP

The State of Connecticut Judicial Branch received a formula grant award of $499,539 from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families under the State Court Improvement Program (CFDA 93.586) effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. This funding supports the Judicial Branch's efforts to assess and improve court processes related to child welfare, family preservation, and adoption proceedings. The grant enables Connecticut's courts to identify barriers to timely and effective decision-making in child welfare cases and implement improvements to enhance legal representation and judicial practices.

Through this award, the Judicial Branch will leverage federal resources to strengthen its court systems' capacity to serve vulnerable populations, including children and families involved in the child welfare system. The funding supports the continuation of existing initiatives aimed at modernizing court infrastructure, improving data collection and reporting capabilities, and developing evidence-based interventions to ensure the safety, permanency, and well-being of children. As a formula grant recipient, Connecticut will maintain eligibility for continued funding through annual updates and full renewal applications every five years, contingent upon satisfactory progress and compliance with federal grant terms and conditions.