Domestic Violence Grants

Domestic violence grants fund shelters, crisis hotlines, legal advocacy, prevention programs, and transitional services. The Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) within DOJ is the primary federal funder, while HHS, FHIP, and foundations provide additional support for organizations combating domestic and sexual violence.

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UNITED WAY OF THE BLUEGRASS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The Fund will support two separate Grants: the Single-County (or “Local”) Basic Needs Grant and the Multi-County (or “Regional”) Basic Needs Grant._ * _Here is the [Basic Needs…

UNITED WAY OF THE COLUMBIA GORGE · February 26, 2027 · Annual Foundation

United Way of the Columbia Gorge Annual Grant Geographic Scope: Hood River, Klickitat, Skamania, Wasco, and Sherman counties (Oregon and Washington) Funding Focus Areas: - Food insecurity - Domestic…

UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

United Way of Whatcom County Community Impact Grants Organization: United Way of Whatcom County Contact: (360) 733-8670 | hello@unitedwaywhatcom.org | 1500 Cornwall Ave Ste 203, Bellingham, WA…

Circle For Justice Innovations · Rolling / Open Foundation

Until She's Free Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Circle For Justice Innovations Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Until She's Free Fund is a participatory…

Approximately US $10,000
VENABLE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Venable Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Venable Foundation Inc Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Venable Foundation, a corporate funder, provides…

Oklahoma District Attorneys Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Victims Assistance Grant (VOCA) (OK) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oklahoma District Attorneys Council Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Victims Assistance Grant (VOCA) in Oklahoma, established by…

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority · Rolling / Open Foundation

Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Transitional Housing Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Amount: US $100,000 - US $400,000 Last Updated: October 14, 2025…

Ohio Office of Criminal & Justice Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Violence Against Women Act Grant Program (VAWA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Office of Criminal & Justice Services Amount: Up to US $60,000 Last Updated: June 07, 2025 Summary The Violence Against…

LEGAL SERVICES ALABAMA INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

VOCA Grant for Domestic Violence Services Expansion Funder: Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) administering U.S. Department of Justice Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funds…

THE MINNEAPOLIS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCA Foundation- Project Investment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Minneapolis Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The WCA Foundation Grant empowers…

Walnut Cove Members Association Inc · September 25, 2026 · Annual Foundation

WCMA Community Grants Program Overview: The Walnut Cove Members Association (WCMA) provides annual grants to nonprofit organizations serving Western North Carolina. In 2025, WCMA distributed a record…

Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our Mission Women’s Fund of Central Indiana mobilizes people, ideas and investments so every woman and girl in our community has an equitable opportunity to reach her full potential – no…

WHEDA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WHEDA Housing Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wheda Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: June 09, 2025 Summary The WHEDA Housing Grant Program, established by the WHEDA…

When Georgia Smiled: The Robin McGraw Revelation and Dr. Phil Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

When Georgia Smiled Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: When Georgia Smiled: The Robin McGraw Revelation and Dr. Phil Foundation Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The When Georgia Smiled Grant,…

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) funding?
VAWA authorizes multiple grant programs administered by DOJ's Office on Violence Against Women. These include STOP Formula Grants to states, Legal Assistance for Victims, Transitional Housing Assistance, and programs for underserved populations. Annual appropriations typically exceed $600 million across all VAWA programs.
Can new domestic violence organizations get grants?
Yes, but starting through state channels is often easier. State VAWA administrators pass through federal funds to local organizations. The Family Violence Prevention and Services Act provides formula grants through states. Joining your state domestic violence coalition opens access to training, networking, and grant opportunities.
Are there grants for domestic violence prevention education?
Yes. The CDC's DELTA program funds primary prevention. OVW's Consolidated Youth-Oriented Program supports prevention education. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and Avon Foundation fund prevention research and programs. Many state agencies and school districts fund evidence-based prevention curricula.

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