Suicide prevention grants are awarded to eligible entities to meet the needs of eligible individuals and their families through outreach, provision or coordination of suicide prevention services,…

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration awarded a $750,000 Project Grant on October 1, 2023 to Volunteers of America of Illinois under the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program (CFDA 64.055). This program provides funding for community-based suicide prevention efforts targeting veterans and their families. The grant will support Volunteers of America of Illinois in delivering outreach, suicide prevention services, and connections to VA and community resources to meet the mental health needs of eligible individuals and their loved ones, as outlined in 38 CFR Part 78. Key activities include conducting outreach events, providing counseling and case management, facilitating referrals to VA healthcare and support programs, and coordinating with community partners to enhance service delivery for veterans at risk of suicide.

Suicide prevention grants are awarded to eligible entities to meet the needs of eligible individuals and their families through outreach, provision or coordination of suicide prevention services, and connection to VA and community resources as described in 38 CFR part 78 (https://WWW.ecfr.GOV/current/title-38/chapter-i/part-78?TOC=1)