OVW Fiscal Year 2025 Rural Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Program

The Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled the Fiscal Year 2025 Rural Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Program. This program aims to enhance the safety of rural victims by supporting projects specifically designed to address and prevent these crimes, fostering collaboration among law enforcement, prosecutors, and victim service providers. With an estimated total program funding of $36 million, the OVW anticipates awarding approximately 55 grants, with individual awards ranging from $500,000 to $950,000. Interested applicants, including states, territories, Indian Tribes, local governments, and nonprofit entities, should submit their proposals by July 8, 2025, and can reach out to OVW at ovw.rural@usdoj.gov for further assistance.