Violence Against Women Formula Grants

Objective

To assist States, Indian tribal governments, tribal courts, State and local courts, and units of local government to develop and strengthen effective law enforcement and prosecution strategies to combat violent crimes against women, and develop and strengthen victim services in cases involving crimes against women. The Program encourages the development and implementation of effective, victim-centered law enforcement, prosecution, and court strategies to address violent crimes against women and the development and enhancement of victim services in cases involving violent crimes against women.

Who Can Apply

• State (includes District of Columbia, public institutions of higher education and hospitals)
• U.S. Territories and possessions (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals)

All States, Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the Virgin Islands, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the District of Columbia, are eligible.

Who Benefits

• Private nonprofit institution/organization
• Native American Organizations
• State
• Local

State and local units of government, nonprofit nongovernmental victim service programs, state, local, and tribal courts, and Indian tribal governments.

Assistance Types

• Formula Grants

Program Contact

OVW.Info@usdoj.gov
2023076026