Runaway and Homeless Youth Program (RHYP): Fiscal Year (FY) 1997 Final Program Priorities, Availability of Financial Assistance for Fiscal Year 1997, and Request for Applications for FY 1997 and FY 1998

The Family and Youth Services Bureau of the Administration on Children, Youth and Families is publishing final program priorities and announcing the availability of funds for: 1. The Basic Center Program for Runaway and Homeless Youth. The purpose of the Basic Center Program is to provide financial assistance to establish or strengthen locally-controlled centers that address the immediate needs (outreach, temporary shelter, food, clothing, counseling, aftercare, and related services) of runaway and homeless youth and their families. 2. The Street Outreach Program. The purpose of the Street Outreach Program is to provide financial assistance to prevent sexual abuse and exploitation of runaway, homeless and street youth. Street-based outreach and education services, including treatment, counseling, and the provision of information and referral assistance are allowable services under this program. 3. Transitional Living Program for Homeless Youth. The overall purpose of the Transitional Living Program for Homeless Youth is to support programs which assist older homeless youth in making a successful transition to self-sufficient living and to prevent long- term dependency on social services.