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O-OVW-2026-172580

OVW Fiscal Year 2026 Legal Assistance for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalking, and Sexual Assault Grant Program

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

$400,000 - $900,000
Due Jul 31, 2026
At a glance
Moderate Complexity

This grant helps organizations provide legal assistance to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. It's designed to support projects that offer comprehensive legal services to these victims, ensuring they have access to the legal help they need.

Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that have a mission and history of providing direct services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Eligible applicants include public and state institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), Native American tribal organizations, and federally recognized Indian tribal governments.

More details

Likely Disqualifiers

  • Lack of history in providing direct services to victims
  • For-profit organizations
  • Non-tribal government entities
  • Organizations without a clear mission related to victim services

What You May Need

  • Proof of nonprofit status (if applicable)
  • Documentation of past services provided to victims
  • Detailed project proposal
  • Budget plan
  • Organizational mission statement
  • Partnership agreements (if applicable)
  • Registration with SAM.gov
  • DUNS number
  • Legal compliance documents
  • Letters of support from community partners

Cautions

  • Ensure your organization has a clear history of providing victim services.
  • Make sure all legal compliance documents are up to date.
  • Verify eligibility criteria thoroughly before applying.

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Eligibility

Eligible Applicant Types

Tribal Org
501(c)(3)
Tribal Gov
Nonprofit
Unrestricted
Public Higher Ed
Private Higher Ed

Additional Criteria

Eligible applicants include: Public and state institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) status, Native American tribal organizations, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, and other unrestricted entities. These organizations must have a mission and history of providing direct services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking.

Overview

This grant is for organizations that have a mission and history of providing direct services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Eligible applicants include public and state institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofits (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), Native American tribal organizations, and federally recognized Indian tribal governments.

Likely Disqualifiers

  • Lack of history in providing direct services to victims
  • For-profit organizations
  • Non-tribal government entities
  • Organizations without a clear mission related to victim services

Use of Funds

Funds can be used to support comprehensive legal assistance projects for victims, including staffing, legal resources, and other related expenses necessary to provide these services.

Total Program Funding

$45,000,000

Expected Awards

60

Cost Sharing

Not Required

Important Dates

Posted
Jun 4, 2026
Deadline
Jul 31, 2026(48 days)

Application Checklist

0/9 complete
  • Review eligibility requirements
  • Gather proof of nonprofit status (if applicable)
  • Prepare a detailed project proposal
  • Create a comprehensive budget plan
  • Compile documentation of past services to victims
  • Register with SAM.gov and obtain a DUNS number
  • Ensure all legal compliance documents are current
  • Collect letters of support from community partners
  • Submit application by July 31, 2026

Award Range

$400,000 - $900,000

Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Total Program Funding

$45,000,000

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