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Illinois Domestic Violence Victims Services Grants is a suite of three grant programs from the Office of the Illinois Attorney General that funds agencies providing direct services to survivors of violent crime, including domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes.
The programs—which include the Violent Crime Victims Assistance (VCVA) Grant, among others—support organizations that empower survivors to heal, seek justice, and regain control of their lives. Eligible applicants include county and city governments, state-controlled institutions of higher education, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, public housing authorities, and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status.
The VCVA program is funded by fines assessed on individuals convicted of crimes of violence in Illinois, supplemented by the State General Revenue Fund. Specific award amounts and application deadlines vary by program cycle.
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These grants support agencies that empower survivors to heal, seek justice, and regain control of their lives. Violent Crime Victims Assistance (VCVA) Grant This program is financed in part by a special State Treasury Fund: The Violent Crime Victims Assistance Fund.
Since January 1, 1984, any person in Illinois convicted of a crime of violence, any other felony or misdemeanor, or certain other offenses listed in the Illinois Vehicle Code, will be assessed a fine. These fines are deposited in the Violent Crime Victims Assistance Fund, which finances crime victim services throughout the state. Additional funding for the program is provided by the State’s General Revenue Fund.
FY26 VCVA Grantee Awardees County Governments, City or township governments, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Native American tribal organizations (not Federally recognized), Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excludes institutions of higher education), Private institutions of higher education.
The FY27 VCVA Grant Application period closed on February 6, 2026 . The next VCVA Application will open on January 1, 2027 and close on February 5, 2027 . For details about the application process, review the FY27 VCVA Application Presentation .
FY27 VCVA Application Portal For details about the application process, we encourage attendance at the Application Technical Assistance Webinars: Thursday, January 8, 2026, 10:00 – 11:30 a. m. Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 1:00 – 2:30 p.
m. To register for a webinar, please email: Domestic Violence (DV) Grant The Domestic Violence Grant program provides funding for legal advocacy, legal assistance, and legal services to victims of domestic violence who are or have been married or in a civil union. This fund is awarded from a portion of marriage license fees collected after June 1, 2008, and a portion of civil union license fees collected after June 1, 2011.
Any public or private not-for-profit agency that provides services to victims of domestic violence may apply to the Illinois Attorney General for funding from the Domestic Violence Fund.
County Governments, City or township governments, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Native American tribal organizations (not Federally recognized), Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excludes institutions of higher education), Private institutions of higher education.
All 501 (c)(3) organizations must be registered and in good standing with the Attorney General's Charitable Trust Division. Domestic Violence Grant Application The DV Grant Application opened on February 1, 2026, and will close on Friday, March 6, 2026. For details about the application process, review The FY27 DV Webinar Presentation .
Wednesday, February 11th, 10:00 – 11:30 a. m. To register for a webinar, please email: FY27 DV Application Portal Violence Prevention Special Project (VPSP) Grant On October 24, 2025, the Violent Crime Advisory Commission (under Illinois State Statute 725 ILCS 240, Section 8.
Centers – Services provided) approved the inclusion of agencies and organizations offering services to individuals that are victims or witnesses of violent crime and have become involved in the criminal justice system. Addressing the root behaviors of individuals who have experienced victimization or witnessed violence can help foster healthier outcomes and interrupt cycles of harm.
Agencies that offer these services are encouraged to apply for this grant funding.
County Governments, City or township governments, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Native American tribal organizations (not Federally recognized), Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excludes institutions of higher education), Private institutions of higher education.
Violence Prevention Special Project Grant Application The FY27 VPSP Grant Application period closed on February 6, 2026. Please check back for future funding opportunities. For details about the application process, review the FY27 VPSP Application .
FY27 VPSP Application Portal For details about the application process, we encourage attendance at the Application Technical Assistance Webinar: Wednesday, January 14th, 1:30-2:30 p. m.
To register for a webinar, please email: Grant Recipient Reporting Resources FY26 Grant Compliance Guidance FY26 New Grantee Orientation Euna (AmpliFund) Quarterly Reporting Instructions Euna (AmpliFund) Password Policy Frequently Asked Questions VCVA Grant Administrative Code DV Grant Administrative Code Illinois Comptroller Payment Search Instructions Grant Recipient Reporting Forms FY26 Grant-Funded Personnel Time Report FY26 Non-Personnel Grant Expense Details FY26 Grant-Funded Personnel Vacancy FY26 Grant-Funded Personnel Change FY26 Budget Amendment Request Guidance FY26 Authorization to Sign or Address Change The OAG has a list of state resources that cover a broad range of areas.
The State of Illinois has also created a resources portal to locate mental health services. BEACON contains community-based resources, such as mental health centers and state funded programs that may be available for adults seeking treatment, parents seeking treatment for their children, and young people that are looking for mental health services.
For additional services in Illinois, please visit VINELink Illinois and review the “Find Service Providers” section to search for organizations by name or by specific area of concern to include basic needs, children’s services, counseling, crisis support, financial assistance, healthcare, legal assistance and victim’s assistance.
Services both inside and outside of Illinois can be found on the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime website. *DISCLAIMER: Please note that these resources may not include all organizations that serve victims of crime in Illinois. FY26 VCVA/DV Grant Awardees Crime Victim Rights Brochure If you need immediate assistance, please contact the Crime Victim Assistance Line at 1-800-228-3368.
You can also find other resources on our webpage for Supporting Victims of Crime . 1745 Innovation Drive, Suites C & D Individuals with hearing or speech disabilities can reach us by using the 7-1-1 relay service.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Illinois nonprofits providing services to domestic violence survivors. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Illinois Domestic Violence Victims Services Grants is funded by Office of the Illinois Attorney General. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Illinois. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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