Pre Conference Session: American Rescue Plan Act: A Discussion on Supplemental CBCAP Funding and Office of Grants Management Updates

The CBCAP Federal Program Officers will provide an overview of the $250 million in supplemental funding provided through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 for the Community-Based Child Abuse Prevention (CBCAP) Program. This additional funding provides an opportunity to make investments promoting the safety and well-being of children and families, while advancing racial equity and support for those who have been historically underserved or marginalized by child welfare systems.

Presenters:

• Julie Fliss, CBCAP Federal Project Officer
• Sharon McKinley, CBCAP Federal Project Officer;
• Janice Caldwell, Director of the Family Protection and Resilience Portfolio with Administration on Children and Families, Office of Grants Management