Kinship Navigator Programs: Replication and Tribal Adaptation​​

This funding opportunity aims to expand the implementation of evidence-based Kinship Navigator Programs (KNP) among state and tribal child welfare agencies. These programs are rated as promising or well-supported by the Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse and seek to assist kinship caregivers by providing Navigator services that help them access resources and support. Tribal agencies can replicate approved models and tailor program manuals to fit tribal policies and cultural practices while preserving core elements of the model. Priority consideration will be given to agencies that do not currently operate a Title IV-E Kinship Navigator Program, and non-state or tribal organizations must show partnership with a Title IV-E agency to be eligible. Applicants can choose to focus on either replicating an existing Clearinghouse-rated model or developing a tribal adaptation of one of these models. The eligible evidence-based programs for replication include Ohio’s Kinship Supports Intervention, Arizona Kinship Support Services, Colorado Kinnected Kinship Navigator Program, Foster Kinship Navigator Program, 30 Days to Family, KIN-TECH, and Washington State Kinship Navigator Program. The program encourages tribal consortia to apply, supporting culturally relevant adaptations while maintaining fidelity to the evidence-based framework. The grant is administered by the Administration for Children and Families within the Department of Health and Human Services, with contact and application details provided for interested applicants.