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OVC FY 2026 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Compensation Formula Grant

Office for Victims of Crime

Looking for human services funding? Office for Victims of Crime is accepting applications for this award from eligible applicants, with applications due Jul 8, 2026.

Open the official Grants.gov listing
Deadline
Jul 8, 2026
Posted
May 29, 2026
Opportunity number
O-OVC-2026-172626
CFDA
16.576

Opportunity description

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OVC FY 2026 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Compensation Formula Grant. Eligible victim compensation programs can use these funds to provide crime victims with compensation, support, and services to aid their restoration after criminal violence, including costs associated with medical fees, lost income, dependent care, funeral expenses, and relocation expenses.

Who can apply

  • State governments

Agency contact

Office for Victims of Crime

For assistance with the funding opportunity: OJP Response Center Phone: 800-851-3420 or 202-353-5556 (TTY for hearing-impaired callers only) Email: OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov Hours: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. ET, Monday–Friday ojp.responsecenter@usdoj.gov

ojp.responsecenter@usdoj.gov

Submitting your application

To apply, head to the official Grants.gov listing — that is where registration and submission happen. Always re-check the closing date there, as agencies can revise it.

Official Grants.gov listing

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