Domestic Violence Prevention

The Indian Health Service is forecasting a grant opportunity to fund Domestic Violence Prevention programs aimed at Tribes, Tribal organizations, and Urban Indian Organizations serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The initiative seeks to build and expand culturally appropriate, trauma-informed services that address domestic and sexual violence, sexual exploitation, human trafficking, Missing and Murdered American Indian and Alaska Native people, and child maltreatment. Recipients are expected to foster cross-sector partnerships with law enforcement, healthcare, behavioral health, social services, education, shelters, legal aid, and advocacy groups to deliver comprehensive, integrated support. Approved programs must provide direct victim advocacy, incorporate both evidence-based and traditional practices, raise awareness about the health consequences of violence, and establish systems for data collection and sharing. A key requirement is the development of sustainable long-term plans to ensure ongoing impact beyond the grant period. The opportunity is managed by the Division of Grants Management within the Department of Health and Human Services, with inquiries directed to dgm@ihs.gov or 301-443-5204. The solicitation is posted under NAICS code 813311 and is open for future application, with an anticipated release date of August 6, 2026.