The Florida Office of Drug Control (ODC) is pleased to announce the FY 2009 competitive discretionary grant program. The purpose of this grant program is to solicit proposals from communities for evidence-based programs and activities that (1) prevent youth drug use and violence; (2) involve parents and communities; and (3) are coordinated with related state, school and community efforts and resources to foster a safe and drug-free learning environment that promotes student academic achievement.

AWARD: The maximum DFC award will be $65,000.

E-Grant applications: All applications must be submitted electronically via the Internet. SIMON will be turned off on Friday, June 19, 2009 by 5:00 p.m. (EDT). One signed original and two hard copies of the application must ARRIVE at the Office of Drug Control on or before Wednesday, June 23, 2009 by 5:00 p.m. (EDT). Applications submitted in other written formats will not be considered. Prospective applicants may access the electronic application: http://simon.fdle.state.fl.us, announcement code 2009DFC.

Also, access the ODC website: http://flgov.com/drugcontrol/index.html, click on the Prevention tab and scroll down to Drug-Free Communities, for updated information and guidance on the grant.

Applications must be completed online. Online access to the application will be available at 8:00 a.m. (EST), Wednesday, May 6, 2009.