OVW Fiscal Year 2025 Grants to Indian Tribal Governments Program
ID: 358070Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

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

Award Range

$400K - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Law, Justice and Legal Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) is offering the Fiscal Year 2025 Grants to Indian Tribal Governments Program, aimed at assisting Tribal governments in addressing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking, and stalking within their communities. Eligible applicants include Indian Tribal governments, their authorized designees, and Tribal consortia, with the program designed to enhance the capacity of these entities to respond effectively to such critical issues. The total estimated funding for this program is $52 million, with individual awards ranging from $400,000 to $1.2 million, and approximately 50 awards expected to be made. Interested parties should note that the application deadline is April 8, 2025, and can reach out to OVW at OVW.TribalGovernment@usdoj.gov for further assistance.

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