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O-OVW-2026-172635

OVW Fiscal Year 2026 Grants to Indian Tribal Governments Program

Office on Violence Against Women (USDOJ-OJP-OVW)

$300,000 - $900,000
Due Sep 1, 2026
At a glance
Moderate Complexity

This grant is designed to help Tribal governments improve their response to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking, and stalking within their communities. It provides financial support to enhance the criminal justice system and protect victims.

Who it's for: This grant is primarily for Tribal governments or their authorized representatives who are looking to strengthen their community's response to various forms of violence and trafficking.

More details

Likely Disqualifiers

  • Non-Tribal entities
  • Incomplete application
  • Applications submitted after the deadline
  • Lack of demonstrated need or plan
  • Non-compliance with federal regulations

What You May Need

  • Proof of Tribal government status or authorization
  • Detailed project proposal
  • Budget plan
  • Letters of support or partnership agreements
  • Documentation of need and impact
  • Compliance with federal regulations
  • Registration with SAM.gov
  • DUNS number or UEI
  • Past performance documentation

Cautions

  • Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate
  • Strict adherence to application deadlines
  • Compliance with all federal regulations is required
  • Funds must be used specifically for the outlined purposes

Generated from official source details for readability

Eligibility

Eligible Applicant Types

Private Higher Ed
Unrestricted

Additional Criteria

Eligible applicants include Tribal governments or their authorized designees. This means any recognized Tribal government or an entity authorized by a Tribal government to apply on its behalf can apply. There are no restrictions on the type of institution, so private institutions of higher education may also be eligible if they are authorized by a Tribal government.

Overview

This grant is primarily for Tribal governments or their authorized representatives who are looking to strengthen their community's response to various forms of violence and trafficking.

Likely Disqualifiers

  • Non-Tribal entities
  • Incomplete application
  • Applications submitted after the deadline
  • Lack of demonstrated need or plan
  • Non-compliance with federal regulations

Use of Funds

Funds can be used to enhance the criminal justice response to violence and trafficking, support victims, and implement prevention programs within Tribal communities.

Total Program Funding

$42,000,000

Expected Awards

50

Cost Sharing

Not Required

Important Dates

Posted
Jun 4, 2026
Deadline
Sep 1, 2026(80 days)

Application Checklist

0/7 complete
  • Verify Tribal government status or authorization
  • Develop a comprehensive project proposal
  • Prepare a detailed budget plan
  • Gather letters of support or partnership agreements
  • Document the need and potential impact of the project
  • Ensure registration with SAM.gov and obtain a DUNS number or UEI
  • Compile past performance documentation

Award Range

$300,000 - $900,000

Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Total Program Funding

$42,000,000

Official Source

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