OVW Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Grant Program to Assist Children and Youth Affected by and to Engage Men and Youth in Preventing Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking

The Office on Violence Against Women within the Department of Justice is soliciting applications for the Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Grant Program to assist children and youth affected by domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and sex trafficking, while also engaging men and youth in prevention efforts. This program supports community-based initiatives that develop or enhance prevention, intervention, treatment, and response strategies tailored to individuals aged 0 to 24 who have experienced or are at risk of these forms of violence. Applicants are encouraged to design programs that foster healthy relationships, challenge harmful norms, and build protective environments for young people through education, community mobilization, and direct service delivery. Applications must be submitted by September 8, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 15, 2026 under solicitation number O-OVW-2026-172652. The program is open to eligible organizations that can demonstrate capacity to implement effective, culturally responsive approaches aligned with the grant’s goals. All applicants must connect through the designated point of contact at ovw.childrenyouth@usdoj.gov for inquiries, and proposals are expected to reflect a clear understanding of the needs of affected youth and the role of men and boys as allies in ending gender-based violence. The grant does not specify a set-aside type or NAICS code and is intended for federal funding distribution to nonprofit, tribal, and public entities committed to comprehensive prevention and response efforts.