Federal Grant Award Summary

Child and Family Charities 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 Maternity Group Home (MGH) program, which provides safe, stable residential shelter for pregnant and parenting youth ages 16 to under 22 and their dependent children for up to 18 months, extendable to 21 months under extenuating circumstances. The program prioritizes facility safety standards for infants and children while delivering comprehensive supportive services including parenting skills training, child development education, family budgeting, and health and nutrition instruction.

The MGH program combines residential support with wraparound services designed to facilitate youth transition to self-sufficiency and stable, independent living. Services encompass basic life skills training, educational and employment attainment opportunities, case management, and counseling. By addressing the specialized needs of homeless pregnant and parenting youth, the program targets improvements across four core outcome areas: safe and stable housing, education or employment, permanent connections, and social and emotional well-being. The award is based in Michigan and will be implemented by Child and Family Charities, an established nonprofit organization with demonstrated expertise in youth homelessness and family services.