Request for Expressions of Interest Now Open for Truancy Reduction Program

Overview

We invite community-based organizations, service providers, and stakeholders with proven, evidence-based, and culturally responsive strategies to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI). Selected partners will help build a coordinated framework of services that addresses both immediate barriers to attendance and the underlying causes of absenteeism for youth ages 12–18 in Prince George’s County.

Focus Areas

Proposals may address one or more of the following (including innovative approaches not listed below):

• Academic mentoring & peer support
• Family engagement & outreach
• Behavioral enrichment for students and parents
• Wraparound services, including workforce development and mental health support
• Culturally responsive interventions
• Technology solutions for attendance tracking and data analytics
• Re-engagement strategies for at-risk youth

Scope of Work

Respondents should demonstrate a track record of:

• Working effectively with at-risk youth and their families
• Collaborating with schools and community partners
• Delivering holistic, proactive approaches that measurably improve attendance

Funding Categories

Total anticipated funding up to $730,000 across three categories:

• Wraparound Services: $500,000
• Targeted Workshops: $190,000
• Transportation & Outreach: $40,000

SAO-PGC may fund multiple partners across categories based on need, capacity, and alignment with program goals.

Who Should Apply

• Nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations, coalitions, and qualified service providers with relevant experience and capacity to serve Prince George’s County youth (12–18).
• Organizations employing evidence-based and culturally responsive practices, with the ability to collect and report data on outcomes.

How to Apply

1. Prepare a single PDF EOI (you may attach supporting materials as separate files).
2. Email your submission to communitysao@co.pg.md.us
3. Subject line: SAO-PGC Truancy and Absenteeism Reduction Program – EOI Submission
4. Deadline: October 9, 2025 by 11:59 PM ET

Questions

Please email Sonja Welborne-Rice, Director of Community Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement, at communitysao@co.pg.md.us by October 9, 2025.

Timeline

• October 1, 2025: EOI posted
• October 9, 2025 (11:59 PM ET): EOI due
• Post-deadline: Review and partner selection (notifications to follow)

Complete Details

Let’s work together to support the youth of Prince George’s County and ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive.

For full eligibility requirements and submission instructions, please review the full EOI document.