Amount
$20,000 – $100,000 (est.) as the new VALE board establishes allocations.
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Local VALE Grant – 23rd Judicial District
Deadlines
Projected October 2025 due date (aligned with CY2026 awards).
Cycle
Annual—first full cycle for the newly created 23rd JD (Douglas & Elbert counties).
Effort & Priority
Effort: 4 | Priority: Must Pursue
Expected success: High with proactive engagement.
Why It Matters
Douglas and Elbert counties now manage VALE separately from the 18th JD. Securing this award ensures continued funding for SungateKids’ services in the new jurisdiction as systems settle post-split.
Engagement Plan
- Introduce SungateKids to the 23rd JD VALE board early—share case data, success stories, and gaps unique to Douglas/Elbert.
- Coordinate messaging with the 23rd JD DA’s Office so the application echoes prosecutorial priorities.
- Outline how SungateKids will support the new board’s transition (data sharing, outcome tracking, joint briefings).
- Offer to participate in VALE orientation sessions, reinforcing partnership and transparency.
Success Factors
- Provide county-specific metrics (Douglas/Elbert interviews, advocacy hours, therapy demand).
- Highlight collaboration with local law enforcement, sheriff’s offices, and social services in the new district.
- Demonstrate readiness to adjust services as the 23rd JD establishes processes—flexible staffing, cross-training, shared reporting.
Risks & Mitigation
- New board may recalibrate funding priorities—stay close to stakeholders to anticipate shifts.
- Provide clear accountability to build trust during their inaugural year (quarterly impact briefs, site visits, testimonials).