Office for Victims of Crime

Description

FY 2010 Support for Victims of the September 11, 2001, Terrorist Attacks—With the approaching 10-year anniversary of the September 11, 2001 (9/11), terrorist attacks, victims need a centralized resource to provide case management services to access needed victim services—such as mental health counseling or emotional support—and information on events and activities related to the commemoration of the 9/11 attacks. Through this program, one cooperative agreement of up to $1,500,000 will be awarded to improve services and assistance by providing supplemental support and information-sharing resources to assist the families, emergency responders, survivors, and other victims of 9/11. Those applying are urged to begin the application process well in advance of the July 15, 2010, deadline.

Who can apply

• State governments
• County governments
• City or township governments
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)

Contact

For technical assistance with submitting the application, contact the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at 1–800–518–4726 or via e-mail to support@grants.gov. The Grants.gov Support Hotline hours of operation are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except federal holidays. For assistance with the requirements of this solicitation, contact Greg Morris, OVC Lead Victim Justice Program Specialist, at 202–616–3458. <br/> <br/>
greg.morris@usdoj.gov