Federal Grant Award Summary

Covenant House Alaska received a $350,000 Project Grant from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families under the Transitional Living for Homeless Youth program (CFDA 93.550) effective September 30, 2025, through September 29, 2028. The award funds the Rights of Passage Transitional Living Program (TLP), which provides safe, stable shelter and comprehensive supportive services to runaway and homeless youth ages 16 to under 22 for up to 18 months (extendable to 21 months under extenuating circumstances). Services include basic life skills training, educational and job attainment opportunities, case management, and counseling designed to facilitate youth transition to self-sufficiency and stable, independent living.

The program measures success across four core outcome areas: safe and stable housing, education or employment, permanent connections, and social and emotional well-being. As a trauma-informed, victim-centered program, the TLP incorporates evidence-based practices and provides street-based outreach components in addition to residential services. The three-year funding period supports Covenant House Alaska's mission to serve vulnerable youth experiencing homelessness and supports their work with sub-award partners including Cook Inlet Housing Authority and the Alaska Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs to deliver integrated services with particular emphasis on American Indian/Alaska Native youth, LGBTQ+ individuals, and youth facing substance abuse or mental health challenges.