CRIME VICTIMS ASSISTANCE
The Crime Victim Assistance Formula Grant Program was authorized under the Victims of Crime Act of 1984, Public Law 98-473 to provide financial assistance to states for the purpose of assistance victims of crime through the provision of comprehensive, coordinated direct services. Private nonprofit agencies and local units of government are awarded grants to provide direct services to victims. The areas of priority are spousal abuse, sexual assault, child abuse and previously under served victims. The program requires the agencies provide cash or in-kind match, the use of volunteers and assist victims with filing for compensation through the Crime Reparations Program through the Sheriff’s Offices throughout the State, and encourage reporting to law enforcement. Please click on available funds to check the status of CVA and all other funds available through the district.