Deadline: 14-Oct-2025
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office on Violence Against Women (OVW), is accepting applications for its Restorative Practices Pilot Sites Program.
OVW administers grant programs under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and subsequent legislation, providing national leadership on domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The program emphasizes a coordinated community response that supports victims while holding offenders accountable.
This funding opportunity focuses on restorative practices designed to prevent or address domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking. By supporting innovative approaches, the program seeks to build safer communities and provide stronger pathways to justice and healing for survivors.
Priority will be given to applications that address pressing challenges. These include measures to combat human trafficking and transnational crime linked to illegal immigration and cartel operations, with a focus on ensuring justice and safety for trafficking victims who also face violence and abuse. Another priority is enhancing victim services—particularly housing support—and strengthening law enforcement response in rural and remote areas, Tribal nations, and small towns where resources are limited.
The program anticipates making up to $23 million available in total, with individual awards of up to $1 million. Funded projects may run for up to 48 months, allowing organizations to develop, implement, and expand initiatives with long-term impact.
A wide range of applicants are eligible for funding, reflecting OVW’s commitment to inclusive, community-driven solutions. Eligible entities include Indian Tribal governments, Tribal organizations, and Tribal nonprofit organizations dedicated to supporting Native victims. Units of local government such as cities, counties, and townships are also eligible, although specific agencies like police departments and shelters are excluded. Institutions of higher education, victim service providers, and private or public nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status may also apply, provided they have a strong history of working with survivors of violence.
Through this opportunity, OVW continues to advance its mission of fostering collaboration, innovation, and accountability in addressing violence against women. By funding restorative practices and prioritizing underserved communities, the program aims to build a more just and supportive system for survivors across the nation.
For more information, visit Grants.gov.
