Parole Board Training Resource Development Delivery

The Parole Board Training Resource Development & Delivery grant opportunity is administered by the National Institute of Corrections (NIC), an agency within the U.S. Department of Justice. NIC is known for its work in providing training, technical assistance, and policy development support to correctional agencies across the United States. This specific funding initiative reflects NIC’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the professional competencies of parole boards by improving educational resources and delivery strategies. The purpose of this grant is to continue and expand upon an existing cooperative agreement (award number 23CS08GLQ3) aimed at revising and updating training curricula for parole board members. Specifically, the goal is to merge separate curricula developed for parole board chairs and general members into a unified, cohesive training module. This consolidation seeks to ensure that all board members receive consistent and up-to-date instruction, thereby improving decision-making consistency, promoting a team-based approach to parole determinations, and ensuring service delivery is aligned with current standards and best practices in the field. The scope of work under this cooperative agreement includes a comprehensive review and development of new training materials. This may involve updates based on contemporary practices, research, and policy developments related to parole board operations. The deliverables will serve as a core training resource for newly appointed and existing parole board members nationwide, strengthening the efficacy and cohesion of parole board processes. While spending specifics are not itemized, funds must be used solely for the development and delivery of the training module as described. This opportunity is not open to the public and does not permit competitive applications. Only the prior award recipient is eligible to apply, as clearly indicated in the notice of funding opportunity (NOFO). As such, NIC will not review or consider any submissions from other entities. The cooperative agreement structure suggests substantial involvement from NIC in the direction and execution of project activities. Applications for this opportunity must be submitted by July 21, 2025. The total estimated funding for this program is $50,000, with a single award expected to be issued. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement. The application process is not rolling, and the NOFO does not indicate any recurring or future rounds for this particular award. No pre-application deadlines, webinars, or Q&A sessions are mentioned in the documentation. For questions or technical difficulties accessing the full announcement, applicants should contact Cameron D. Coblentz, the designated Grant Management Specialist. He can be reached by phone at 202-514-0053. As this is a continuation of an existing project with a predefined recipient, the program structure and requirements are fixed, with limited flexibility for new participants or modifications.