SFY27 Competitive Funds for New Jersey Hospital Based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP)

The SFY27 Competitive Funds for the New Jersey Hospital Based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP) is a grant opportunity administered by the NJ Department of Law and Public Safety. The program requires a strategic partnership between at least one hospital trauma center or emergency department and at least one community-based direct victim service organization within a target community in New Jersey. The primary goal is to implement evidence-based, culturally appropriate models that include high-risk interventions to prevent retaliation and comprehensive case management. The funding period spans 12 months from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with the possibility of one year of continuation funding based on performance and compliance. Applications must be submitted by November 24, 2026, and must include a program narrative, budget detail, work plan, and various certifications, including New Jersey and Federal Single Audit certifications and proof of non-profit status. Evaluation is based on a scoring system that prioritizes the budget and narrative (20 points), problem statement and needs assessment (15 points), data collection performance measures (10 points), and leadership management (5 points). Staff must be trained in trauma-informed practices, anti-racism, and anti-oppression. All applicants and employees must hold current professional and state licenses where applicable, and the program requires the active engagement of survivors and their families in planning and development.