OVW Fiscal Year 2026 Rural Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Grant Program (Rural Grant Program)

The Rural Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2026, administered by the Office on Violence Against Women within the Department of Justice, aims to support states, territories, Indian Tribes, local governments, and nonprofits in improving safety and justice for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking in rural communities. This program provides funding for a range of victim services including advocacy, legal assistance, shelter, and activities related to investigation, prosecution, adjudication, parole, and probation. The grants are designed to foster collaboration among various stakeholders, expand the availability of nonprofit victim services, and enhance safety and well-being particularly for women and children in rural areas, ensuring access to critical services such as sexual assault medical forensic exams. Solicitations for this program were posted on June 1, 2026, with responses due by July 24, 2026. Although specific geographic details are not provided, the grant is accessible nationwide across rural locations, supporting projects that align with the statutory goals outlined in 34 U.S.C. § 12341(a). Interested applicants can reach the Office on Violence Against Women for more information via the provided contact email. This initiative reflects the Department of Justice’s commitment to addressing violence in underserved rural settings through targeted, collaborative interventions.