FFY 2026 STOP Violence Against Women Act Grant Program Competitive Opportunity AGF

The FFY 2026 STOP Violence Against Women Act Grant Program is a competitive funding opportunity administered by the Massachusetts Office of Grants and Research. The program aims to enhance the apprehension, prosecution, and adjudication of individuals committing violent crimes against women while improving safety and responses to domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. Eligible applicants include Massachusetts state agencies, local and tribal law enforcement, nonprofits, federally recognized Indian tribes, and faith-based or culturally specific community-based organizations. The tentative performance period runs from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with the possibility of three additional years of continuation funding based on performance and availability of funds. Applicants may request up to 150,000 dollars in federal funding and must submit an online application by October 23, 2026. Required documentation includes a budget worksheet, a risk assessment form, and a narrative consisting of a needs assessment, program description, and a detailed plan for goals and performance measures. Award decisions are made at the discretion of the OGR Executive Director, with evaluations based on past performance, geographic location, and cost effectiveness. Recipients must adhere to strict federal accounting standards, including prohibitions on co-mingling funds, and must comply with the confidentiality and privacy provisions of the Violence Against Women Act.