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"Legal Assistance for Victims (LAV) Program" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Legal Assistance for Victims (LAV) Program is sponsored by Department of Justice - Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). This program funds comprehensive, direct civil and criminal legal services for adult and youth (ages 11 and older) victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking in legal matters relating to or arising out of that abuse or violence.
OVW especially seeks organizations that serve culturally specific communities, advance racial equity, improve outreach and services to underserved populations, and focus on sexual assault and non-intimate partner sexual assault.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Private nonprofit entities, publicly funded organizations not acting in a governmental capacity, territorial organizations, Indian Tribal governments, and Tribal organizations. Applicants must demonstrate expertise in providing legal services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking, or partner with an entity with such expertise. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows approximately $35 million total available funding pool, 56 grants anticipated with awards up to $800,000 over a 36-month project period. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was July 31, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Legal Assistance for Victims (LAV) Program is funded by Department of Justice - Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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