[Office for Victims of Crime](https://ovc.ojp.gov/)

September 5, 2025 (invitation only)

Up to $1,364,315 total; one award expected; no cost sharing required.

Supports supplemental victim compensation and assistance for jurisdictions responding to acts of mass criminal violence or domestic terrorism.

Invitation only; OVC will contact eligible applicants directly.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity is designed to provide supplemental support for jurisdictions responding to large-scale incidents of mass violence or domestic terrorism. The program, administered by the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), aims to ensure that victims receive timely and comprehensive services when local resources are insufficient due to the scale or nature of the event. Funding comes from the Antiterrorism Emergency Reserve and can cover crisis response, consequence management, criminal justice support, and crime victim compensation. The program is not intended for more predictable or localized violence, which should be addressed with existing resources. --- ## Due Dates - Application Deadline: September 5, 2025 *All applications are by invitation only. Only organizations contacted by OVC are eligible to apply.* --- ## Funding Amount - Total estimated funding: $1,364,315 - Expected number of awards: 1 - Award ceiling: $1,364,315 - Award floor: $0 - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility - **Restricted to invited applicants:** Only organizations contacted directly by OVC following a qualifying event may apply. - Typical eligible entities include: - State victim assistance and compensation programs - Public agencies (federal, state, local) - Federally recognized Tribal governments - U.S. Attorneys’ Offices - Public institutions of higher education - Nongovernmental and victim service organizations - Application is possible only after consultation with OVC. --- ## Application Process - There is no open application process. OVC will reach out directly to eligible organizations after a qualifying incident. - Invited applicants must submit their application via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360454). - Review the [program overview](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/aeap/overview) for further details on process and requirements. --- ## Additional Information - Grants may combine funding for crisis response, consequence management, criminal justice support, and victim compensation in a single application. - OVC generally uses this mechanism only for incidents that are unpredictable, indiscriminate, or broad in scope. - More routine forms of violence (e.g., gang-related, domestic violence, community gun violence) are not eligible and are expected to be addressed with existing VOCA resources. - For resources on planning and response, see the [Helping Victims of Mass Violence and Terrorism Toolkit](https://ovc.ojp.gov/sites/g/files/xyckuh226/files/pubs/mvt-toolkit/index.html). --- ## External Links - [Program Overview and Guidelines](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/aeap/overview) - [Funding Opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360454) - [AEAP Grant Eligibility](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/aeap/grant-eligibility) - [AEAP Brochure (PDF)](https://ovc.ojp.gov/sites/g/files/xyckuh226/files/media/document/AEAP_Brochure.pdf) - [Mass Violence Toolkit](https://ovc.ojp.gov/sites/g/files/xyckuh226/files/pubs/mvt-toolkit/index.html) - [AEAP Informational Video](https://ovc.ojp.gov/media/video/2821) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Center | Email | Description | |---------------------|--------------------------------------------|--------------------------| | OJP Response Center | [OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov](mailto:OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov) | General inquiries and assistance |

OVC FY25 Invited to Apply Antiterrorism and Emergency Assistance Program for Crime Victim Compensation and/or Assistance - Wisconsin Crisis Response

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