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Find similar grantsVOCA Victim Assistance Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS). The VOCA Victim Assistance Grant Program provides critical resources for victims of domestic violence and other violent crimes. Funding supports crisis counseling, therapy, emergency shelter, civil legal assistance, case management, advocacy, and more.
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2026 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Request for Applications | Office of Victim Services 2026 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Request for Applications 2026 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Request for Applications The New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS) is pleased to announce our 2026 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance Grant Program Request for Applications (RFA).
Please note that all tentative awards issued under our 2025 RFA were previously rescinded due to OSC non-approval of the procurement record. Any organizations that wishes to receive OVS Victim Assistance funding for the period of October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2028 must apply through this 2026 RFA process. Existing grantees are not guaranteed an award under this solicitation.
OVS is responsible for the administration of the Federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance Grant Program and distributes funds to local community-based organizations and public agencies that provide services directly to victims. Direct assistance to crime victims includes crisis counseling, telephone and onsite information and referrals, criminal justice support and advocacy, shelter, therapy, and additional assistance.
Funds may be used to support existing programs, expand existing programs, or develop new programs that address emerging needs, gaps in services, and training of victim service advocates. Below are documents and additional resources related to the 2026 VOCA Victim Assistance Grant Program. Applications are due in the Statewide Financial System (SFS) by 5:00pm EST on Monday, March 23, 2026 .
Late applications will NOT be accepted or reviewed. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their online application well in advance of the deadline. Note: As of February 13, 2026, OVS can no longer answer any questions regarding this open, competitive procurement.
Documents for the 2026 OVS Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance Grant Program.
2026 Request for Applications 2026 VOCA Victim Assistance Grant Program - Request for Applications 2026 Question & Answer ***Posted 02/27/26*** 2026 Submission Checklist 2026 Submission Checklist 2026 Narrative Submission Form 2026 Narrative Submission Form 2026 Annual Anticipated Services 2026 Annual Anticipated Services 2026 Position Description Form 2026 Position Description Form 2026 Program Information Form 2026 Program Information Form 2026 Priority Categories Form 2026 Priority Categories Form 2026 Budget Worksheets (Fringe and Prorating) 2026 Budget Worksheets (Fringe and Prorating) 2026 Counties Served Form 2026 Counties Served Form 2026 Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy 2026 Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy 2026 GBV and the Workplace Policy 2026 GBV and the Workplace Policy Bidders' Conference Webinar On Monday, February 2, 2026, OVS hosted a VOCA Victim Assistance Grant Program RFA – Bidders' Conference Webinar .
This informational webinar provides a high-level review for all prospective applicants for the 2026 VOCA Victim Assistance Grant Program RFA and highlights program requirements, demonstrates how to apply, and reviews information on required documents. The webinar was recorded and is published on the OVS YouTube Channel. Prospective applicants are encouraged to watch by clicking the link above or button below.
PowerPoint Presentation Slides from the Bidders' Conference Webinar are also available for download here: 2026 VOCA RFA Bidders' Conference Webinar PPT Slides ACTION DATE RFA Release Date Monday, January 12, 2026 Optional Bidders’ Conference Monday, February 2, 2026 Deadline for Submission of Questions Friday, February 13, 2026 Response to Questions Friday, February 27, 2026 APPLICATION DUE DATE Monday, March 23, 2026 (5:00 pm EST) Anticipated Notification of Awards Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Contract Start Date Thursday, October 1, 2026 OVS Victim Assistance Program - Information about existing VAP services and the administration of VOCA funds in New York State.
OVS Resource Connect - A concern-based search engine designed to help victims quickly locate services across New York State. SFS Handbook - Handbook provides the knowledge and skills to support grants management activities using the Statewide Financial System (SFS). SFS Attachment Reference Guide - Designed to assist with common questions related to working with attachments in SFS.
SFS Troubleshooting Tips - Provides basic troubleshooting tips for SFS users. VOCA Final Rule - The U.S. Justice Department's Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) final rule guidance to implement the victim assistance formula grant program. VOCAPedia - An online resource that addresses allowability questions related to the VOCA funds.
VOCA Side-by-Side - A side-by-side comparison of the VOCA Victim Assistance Guidelines and final rule. VOCNA Project Overview - Published results and findings from the recent New York State Victims of Crime Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis (VOCNA) Project. Scroll back to the top of the page Office of Victim Services
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Sexual Assault Services Program (SASP) - New York is sponsored by New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS). The New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS) administers state and federal funding for victim assistance programs, including those for sexual assault services. This includes support for certified rape crisis centers.
Victim Assistance Program (VAP) - 2026 VOCA Victim Assistance Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS). The Victim and Witness Assistance Unit (Grants Unit) is responsible for the administration of federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance funds to not-for-profit and municipal agencies across the State serving crime victims. These funds support programs that provide crisis counseling, therapy, emergency shelter, civil legal assistance, case management, advocacy, and more to victims and survivors of crime.
Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance Grant Program Request for Applications (RFA) 2026 is sponsored by New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS). This program distributes federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance funds to local community-based organizations and public agencies that provide direct services to victims. Direct assistance includes crisis counseling, information and referrals, criminal justice support and advocacy, shelter, therapy, and additional assistance. Funds can support existing programs, expand programs, or develop new programs addressing emerging needs, service gaps, and training.
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