The Probation Department seeks partners that deliver evidence-based or promising practices aligned with LAP priorities. All funded programs must serve youth and families residing in San Mateo County, with a focus on high-need communities and populations disproportionately represented in the juvenile justice system. Examples of Eligible Services Applicants may propose programs such as, but are not limited to: Counseling, Behavioral and Mental Health Services: Individual and/or group mental health counseling that is trauma-informed and culturally responsive. Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate, trusted support to youth during moments of crisis. Staff are available to de-escalate conflict, teach emotional regulation, and guide restorative solutions. Substance Use Prevention and Treatment: Services that reduce the risk of use and provide treatment for youth in need. Mentoring, Coaching, and Positive Youth Development: Programs that provide consistent adult role models, skills-building, resilience-building through creative expression, and positive youth development opportunities.
