[Office on Violence Against Women](https://www.justice.gov/ovw)

June 30, 2025 (Application deadline)

$500,000 per award (19 awards expected; project period typically 36 months)

Supports community-based efforts to prevent and respond to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and sex trafficking affecting children and youth (ages 0–24).

No cost sharing or matching required.

--- ## Description This program funds comprehensive, community-based projects that develop or expand prevention, intervention, treatment, and response strategies for children and youth (ages 0–24) impacted by domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and sex trafficking. The goal is to address the unique needs of young victims and those at risk, supporting both direct services and broader community responses. Projects may include, but are not limited to: - Prevention education and outreach - Crisis intervention and counseling - Advocacy and case management - Training for professionals and community members - Development of coordinated community responses - Culturally specific and trauma-informed services --- ## Due Dates - **Application Deadline:** June 30, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - **Award Ceiling:** $500,000 per project - **Award Floor:** $500,000 per project - **Estimated Number of Awards:** 19 - **Estimated Total Program Funding:** $9,500,000 - **Project Period:** Typically up to 36 months - **Cost Sharing/Match:** Not required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - City or township governments - Independent school districts - Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) - Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) - Nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) - Units or agencies of local government - Tribal nonprofit organizations - Schools - Victim service providers - Faith-based organizations **Note:** Institutions of higher education are not eligible unless they fall under another eligible category. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358845). - Review the [full announcement and instructions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/media/1399211/dl?inline) for detailed requirements, including project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. - For technical assistance with Grants.gov, refer to their [help resources](https://apply07.grants.gov/help/html/help/index.htm#t=SearchGrants%2FSynopsisTab.htm&rhsearch=search%20packages). --- ## Additional Information - The program is listed under Assistance Listing 16.888: Consolidated and Technical Assistance Grant Program to Address Children and Youth Experiencing Domestic and Sexual Violence and Engage Men and Boys as Allies. - Both new and existing programs are eligible to apply. - Projects must focus on children and youth ages 0–24. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## External Links - [Funder Home Page](https://www.justice.gov/ovw) - [Grant Opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358845) - [Full Program Announcement (PDF)](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/media/1399211/dl?inline) - [Assistance Listing 16.888](https://sam.gov/content/assistance-listings) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [ovw.info@usdoj.gov](mailto:ovw.info@usdoj.gov) | | Program Questions | [OVW.ChildrenYouth@usdoj.gov](mailto:OVW.ChildrenYouth@usdoj.gov) | | Phone | (202) 307-6026 | | Funder Contact Page | [Contact OVW](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/contact) |

OVW Fiscal Year 2025 Grants to Prevent and Respond to Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, and Sex Trafficking Against Children and Youth Program

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