OVW Fiscal Year 2026 Demonstration Program on Trauma-Informed, Victim Centered Training for Law Enforcement on Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking (Abby Honold) Program
This grant funds training for law enforcement to better support victims and handle cases of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
Funder: Office on Violence Against Women
Due Dates: July 27, 2026 (Grants.gov) | July 29, 2026 (JustGrants)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 per award over 36 months; estimated total program funding is $5,050,000; ~10 awards expected.
Summary: Supports law enforcement agencies in implementing trauma-informed, victim-centered training for responding to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
Description
This funding opportunity, administered by the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW), aims to enhance law enforcement responses to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking by supporting demonstration projects that implement trauma-informed and victim-centered training. The program is designed to improve investigative practices from the time of a victim’s initial report through the conclusion of the investigation, fostering better outcomes for victims and communities.
