State Child Abuse (TANF) Grant Program Continuation SFY2027
Forecasted
State Child Abuse (TANF) Grant Program Continuation SFY2027 supports Georgia child advocacy centers with victim intervention services and community education to address child abuse and advance prevention.
Funder: Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: SFY2027 allocations: $49,355 per listed CAC, $246,826 for Children's Advocacy Centers of Georgia; $2,862,641 total
Summary: Continuation funding supports Georgia child abuse intervention services, prevention education, and community awareness.
Key Information: Awards are limited to agencies listed in Appendix B and subject to child advocacy center certification requirements.
Description
The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) administers this continuation program using Georgia State Appropriations to support services for victims of child abuse. Funding combines direct intervention with awareness and education intended to change community attitudes toward child abuse and advance prevention. Education activities include training, presentations, technical assistance, community outreach, direct service, and collaboration.
Supported intervention services include advocacy and crisis intervention, emergency financial assistance, follow-up contact and examinations, legal advocacy, medical accompaniment, and assistance with victims compensation. Specialized services include medical forensic examinations and interviews, support groups, individual and family therapy, resource referrals, and prevention using an evidence-based curriculum. Applicants must describe both their intervention services and their awareness and education activities.
