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ActiveDepartment of Justice (DOJ) · 2026

Department of Justice (DOJ) Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Victim Assistance Program

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Agency: Department of Justice (DOJ)
Funding: Varies
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, and other entities.

About This Grant

Department of Justice (DOJ) Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Victim Assistance Program is sponsored by Department of Justice (DOJ). Provides funding to support services for victims of crime, including educational programs.

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Home | Office for Victims of Crime Helping Victims Find Their Justice View Resources for the Victims of Recent Mass Violence Incidents Fraud Alert: Scammers Claiming to be with the Office for Victims of Crime or Federal Bureau of Investigation If you or your loved one is a victim of crime, help is available. Our site has resources to help you, including toll free hotlines and information about services in your state/territory.

Visit our Help for Victims Microsite Resources for Victims of Mass Violence OVC offers resources to help victims of recent mass violence incidents, their families, and the community during this difficult time. Resources for victim service providers, law enforcement, first responders, and community and faith leaders responding to recent tragedies are also listed.

Find contact information to apply for victim compensation or check on the status of your compensation claim. Learn More About Victim Compensation Crime Victims Fund Balance and Deposits As of July 2026, the Crime Victims Fund (the Fund) balance is over $3. 7 billion.

View the Fund’s annual balance and deposits since FY 2007, learn how the Fund is administered, and read about the VOCA Fix Act.

Visit the Crime Victims Fund Web Page File a Civil Rights Complaint The Office for Civil Rights at the Office of Justice Programs investigates complaints from individuals or groups who believe that they have experienced discrimination from an agency that receives funding from the Justice Department, including the Office for Victims of Crime.

If you believe that you have experienced discrimination, you are encouraged to file a civil rights complaint as soon as possible. Learn More and File a Complaint OVC formula funding supports victim assistance and compensation programs in every U.S. state and territory. OVC discretionary grants support training, technical assistance, and other capacity-building programs to support victims of crime in communities across the Nation.

Explore our interactive data dashboards showcasing recent grantee data from OVC’s Human Trafficking, Tribal, and Victims of Crime Act Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs, and learn how these programs support victims of crime. Find events to build the capacity of the crime victims field and raise awareness about victims' rights and services.

OVC develops publications and multimedia products on emerging victim issues, promising practices, policy development, and technical assistance and skill-building tools.

Eligibility Requirements

Nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, and other entities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Department of Justice (DOJ) Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Victim Assistance Program?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations, state and local governments, and other entities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

Who funds Department of Justice (DOJ) Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Victim Assistance Program?

Department of Justice (DOJ) Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Victim Assistance Program is funded by Department of Justice (DOJ). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Department of Justice (DOJ) Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Victim Assistance Program?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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