Family Violence Prevention Fund
Forecasted
The Family Violence Prevention Fund supports the operating costs of Ohio's designated family violence shelters through equal state funding from the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services.
Funder: Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Equal state funding per designated shelter; supports operating expenses only.
Summary: Supports the operating costs of designated family violence shelters across Ohio through state funding.
Key Information: Only designated family violence shelters in Ohio are eligible; funding is for operational support.
Description
The Family Violence Prevention Fund, administered by the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services (OCJS), provides state funding to support the operational costs of designated family violence shelters throughout Ohio. The goal of this fund is to strengthen the capacity of shelters to provide safe environments and essential services for individuals and families experiencing domestic violence. Funding is intended strictly for shelter operating expenses, ensuring that each designated shelter receives an equal share of support.
