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.

303 grants
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$5,000 - $20,000
NW Childrens Foundation · August 25, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Winter Grant Cycle Part of: NW Children's Foundation General Grant Program Timing: One of two semi-annual grant cycles Geographic Scope: Western Washington Award Information: - Grant range: $5,000 -…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women & Girls Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: September 09, 2025 Summary The Women & Girls Fund Grants,…

WAUKESHA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women & Girls Fund of Waukesha County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Waukesha County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Women & Girls Fund of…

WOMEN AND GIRLS FUND OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County (WGF) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Women And Girls Fund Of Waukesha County Inc Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Women and…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview North Carolina Community Foundation Our mission is to inspire North Carolinians to make lasting and meaningful contributions to their communities. Women for Women of Pitt County Women for…

WOMEN HELPING WOMEN FUND TRI-CITIES · March 13, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Women Helping Women Fund Tri-Cities - Annual Grant Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: Tri-Cities area (Washington State) Award Amount: $2,500 - $25,000 (grants typically range within this…

EASTERN CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · June 29, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Women in Philanthropy (WiP) Grants Funder: Eastern Carolina Community Foundation (ECCF) Fund Type: Giving Circle Fund Geographic Scope: Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marion, Marlboro,…

AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Akron Community Foundation Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The Women's Endowment Fund Grant, initiated in 1993, aims to uplift women and…

WOMEN'S FOUNDATION OF CALIFORNIA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Foundation of California Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Womens Foundation Of California Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Women’s Foundation of California Grant focuses on fostering a…

US $5,000 - US $20,000
OSHKOSH AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women's Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The Women's Fund Grants aim to improve the lives of…

Varies (2023 cycle: $65,000 total distributed)
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE EASTERN SHOR · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Foundation Women's Fund Geographic Scope: Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester Counties, Lower Shore Purpose: Support programs addressing unmet needs of women and girls Program Type: Giving…

GREATER GREEN BAY COMMUNITY · September 30, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Women's Fund of Greater Green Bay Geographic Scope: Brown, Kewaunee, and Oconto counties in Wisconsin Program Description: A grantmaking fund dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations with…

Over $40,000 annually
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Women's Fund of Portage County Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Geographic Scope: Portage County, Wisconsin Program Overview: Competitive grants supporting nonprofit programs…

PARK CITY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Women's Giving Fund Overview: The Women's Giving Fund awards grants to organizations that support women+ and children in Summit County. In 2025, the fund awarded $150,000 total to three grantee…

The Catholic Foundation of Central · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Women's Philanthropic Giving Circle (WPGC) Grants Funder: The Catholic Foundation of Central Florida Purpose: Through collective philanthropy of founding members, WPGC distributes grants to…

THE DON & SYBIL HARRINGTON · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Women's Philanthropy Fund Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Geographic Scope: Texas Panhandle Program Description: The Women's Philanthropy Fund provides grants to support programs and services that…

Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Grant Description Each year the Women’s Philanthropy Society awards up to two high-dollar grants to create systemic change around a key focus area facing women and their families in our…

Up to US $3,000
The AKC Humane Fund Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Women’s Shelters Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: AKC Humane Fund Inc Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: November 22, 2024 Summary The Women’s Shelters Grant, provided by the AKC Humane Fund, offers…

WYCLIFFE CHARITIES FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wycliffe Charities Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wycliffe Charities Foundation Inc Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Wycliffe Charities Foundation, established in 1995, has…

YOUTHBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

YCF: Wayne C. Kaufmann Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Youthbridge Community Foundation Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Wayne C. Kaufmann Charitable Foundation aims to…

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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