OVW Fiscal Year 2026 Grants to Support Families in the Justice System (Justice for Families) Program

Closed

Office on Violence Against Women

Description

The Justice for Families program supports activities to improve the response of the civil and criminal justice system to families with a history of domestic/dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, or in cases involving child sexual abuse. Activities should improve the capacity of courts and communities to respond to families through court-based and court-related programs; supervised visitation and safe exchange of children and youth by and between parents; training for people who work with families in the court system; and civil legal assistance and advocacy services to victims and nonoffending parents. Eligible applicants are Tribal, state, and local governments, courts, nonprofit organizations, legal services providers, and victim service providers.

Who can apply

  • State governments
  • County governments
  • City or township governments
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
  • Others

Contact

For assistance with the requirements of this NOFO, email OVW at OVW.JFF@usdoj.gov. Alternatively, interested parties may call OVW at 202-307-6026.<br/>OVW.JFF@usdoj.gov
OVW.JFF@usdoj.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedJun 1, 2026
  • ClosesJul 16, 2026
  • Award floor$650,000
  • Award ceiling$800,000
  • Program funding$16,000,000
  • Expected awards22
  • CFDA16.021

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