Domestic Violence InfoNet
Funds the statewide Domestic Violence InfoNet system in Illinois to improve data collection, resource access, and collaboration for domestic violence services and reporting.
Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Application closing date (projected) | April 2027: Submission deadline for required materials (projected)
Funding Amounts: Typically $287,000 per year; 1 award annually; recent years ranged from $150,000–$312,500.
Summary: Supports the development and maintenance of a statewide information network to enhance access to domestic violence resources and data in Illinois.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to renewal applications from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority; non-competitive, GATA exception program.
Description
This program funds the creation and ongoing operation of the Domestic Violence InfoNet, a statewide information network focused on domestic violence resources, service data, and collaboration among stakeholders in Illinois. The initiative aims to improve the availability and quality of information for individuals affected by domestic violence, service providers, and community organizations. Data collected through InfoNet supports federal reporting requirements, helps identify emerging trends, and facilitates the effective allocation of resources for victim services. The program is administered by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), under the Division of Family and Community Services.
