This funding is significant because nothing is more important than the safety of Michigan's children. The programs will begin October 1 and operate for up to three years. Strong local partnerships will be the key to its success. Programs selected for funding will help foster positive parenting skills, increase school readiness, promote access to community services and increase local capacity to serve at-risk families. Some programs will support healthy family environments by discouraging alcohol, tobacco and substance abuse.
Allocations are contingent on legislative appropriations and available revenue for the fiscal year.