§ Federal grant opportunity · HHS-2026-ACL-AOA-LAEP-0055

    Legal Assistance Enhancement Program Grants

    Administration for Community Living is accepting applications for Legal Assistance Enhancement Program Grants. The deadline is August 25, 2026 and the published award range is $100K – $250K.

    Key facts

    Funder
    Administration for Community Living
    Application deadline
    August 25, 2026
    Award range
    $100K – $250K
    Eligibility
    Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement.
    Geography
    United States
    Focus areas
    Human Services
    Opportunity number
    HHS-2026-ACL-AOA-LAEP-0055

    Program overview

    To carry out Older Americans Act Section 307(a)(11), and 45 C.F.R. 1321.93 and 1324.303, ACL plans to fund approximately five (5) cooperative agreements to expand or improve the delivery of legal services to older adults through public-private partnerships at the state and local levels. Enhancements made through this funding opportunity will support measurable and sustainable improvements to the delivery of a full range of legal assistance to older adults, from legal advice to full representation.

    How to apply

    1. Confirm your organization meets the eligibility criteria above.
    2. Read the full funding opportunity announcement from Administration for Community Living.
    3. Draft your narrative against the funder's stated priorities and review criteria.
    4. Submit before August 25, 2026, allowing time for registration and validation.

    View the official funding announcement

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