OVW Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Assistance for Victims of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking Initative
This grant provides flexible funding to help victims of sexual and domestic violence meet urgent, self-identified needs that traditional services may not cover, supporting their safety and recovery.
Funder: Office on Violence Against Women
Due Dates: June 30, 2026 (Grants.gov) | July 2, 2026 (JustGrants)
Funding Amounts: $100,000–$150,000 per award for up to 24 months; estimated total program funding: $2,500,000; ~16 awards expected.
Summary: Supports victim service providers and tribal entities in delivering flexible financial assistance to victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
Description
This program, administered by the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW), provides financial assistance to help victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking achieve safety, stability, and healing. Funding is intended for victim service providers, tribal governments, and tribal organizations to offer flexible, rapid-response support for necessities that traditional service providers may not cover. The initiative emphasizes direct financial assistance to victims, enabling organizations to address self-identified needs quickly and effectively.
