Our Mission Statement:

The Task Force was established by the Children’s Division with a Mission to Benefit and enhance children’s lives by recommending improvement of child abuse and neglect laws, policies, programs, professional education and public awareness, and to provide funding to support these recommendations.

Children’s Justice Act Grant Funding Application

Download the Children’s Justice Act Grant Funding Application Form

Please return original application to:

Children’s Division
615 Howerton Court
P.O. Box 88
Jefferson City, MO 65103-008
Attention: Sarah Bashore

Please Note: Requested projects must have a state-wide impact to be considered for funding. The amount awarded will be determined on a case–by–case basis depending on project needs.

The Application must be postmarked at least 30 days before the next scheduled Task Force meeting. Meeting dates can be confirmed by calling (537) 751-4920.

Questions? Call (573) 751-4920.