IL SB2226

Department of Corrections shall award grants to nonprofit organizations providing one-to-one mentoring to youth ages 6-18 whose parent or family member is incarcerated, on probation, on parole, or under correctional supervision.

Grant recipients must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits affiliated with nationally recognized mentoring organizations, in existence for more than 10 years, with staff holding at least 4-year degrees and adhering to national training and screening standards.

Grant recipients must recruit and train volunteer mentors, provide enhanced training on asset building and family dynamics related to parental incarceration, and deliver individual family plans and aftercare services.

Grant recipients shall submit evaluation plans measuring outcomes in three areas: reduction in delinquency, avoidance of risky behaviors, and enhanced sense of well-being.

Program is subject to appropriation by the General Assembly.