State Sexual Assault Grant Program 2026

The State Sexual Assault Grant Program is administered by the Georgia Criminal Justice Coordinating Council, the state designated agency responsible for oversight of criminal justice and victim assistance funding programs. Created by the Georgia General Assembly, the Council provides fiscal and programmatic governance over initiatives aimed at supporting victims and strengthening the state’s response to crime. This funding opportunity is supported through Georgia State Appropriations and is specifically targeted at sustaining and enhancing sexual assault intervention services and prevention efforts across the state. The program operates within a structured framework that emphasizes accountability, service delivery, and measurable outcomes for victims of sexual assault. The primary purpose of this grant is to support sexual assault programs in delivering direct intervention services to victims while also expanding public awareness and education initiatives that address sexual violence. The program prioritizes activities that aim to change community attitudes regarding nonconsensual sex and violence through outreach, training, and collaboration. Funded programs are expected to provide a combination of core services such as crisis intervention, legal advocacy, and medical accompaniment, alongside specialized services including forensic examinations, therapy, and evidence based prevention programming. These services are intended to create a comprehensive support system for victims while also advancing prevention strategies within Georgia communities. Funding under this program is restricted to allowable costs defined by the administering agency, including personnel, travel, equipment, supplies, and other operational expenses necessary to deliver program services. Certain costs and activities are explicitly prohibited, such as construction, fundraising activities, and direct financial payments to victims. Funds must supplement existing resources rather than replace them, ensuring that programs expand their capacity rather than shift existing financial obligations. Grantees must maintain strict financial accountability, including detailed recordkeeping and compliance with state regulations regarding expenditures and reporting. Eligibility for this funding opportunity is limited to continuation applicants that previously received State Sexual Assault Program funding in the prior fiscal year. Applicants must be nonprofit organizations with 501c3 status or qualifying public entities located within Georgia. Additional requirements include certification to receive Local Victim Assistance Program funds, compliance with Georgia certification standards for sexual assault centers, and, where applicable, certification to provide services to trafficking victims. Organizations must demonstrate the capacity to meet programmatic, financial, and reporting obligations and maintain compliance with civil rights, nondiscrimination, and confidentiality standards. The application process requires submission through the IGX Grants Management System. Applicants must complete organizational profiles, designate key grant officials, and provide detailed program descriptions, budgets, and evaluation plans. Required attachments include budget narratives, organizational charts, and financial documentation. Applications undergo a multi stage review process involving staff evaluation, committee review, and final council approval. Decisions are discretionary and based on compliance with requirements, quality of proposed services, and alignment with program goals. The application deadline for this funding cycle is August 21, 2026 at 5:00 pm. The grant award period spans from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Reporting requirements include monthly or quarterly financial submissions and quarterly programmatic reporting through designated databases. Performance deliverables are due within 30 days after each reporting period. Ongoing monitoring may include site visits and desk reviews to ensure compliance and effective program implementation. While the program operates on an annual cycle, future funding is subject to state appropriations and may vary in subsequent fiscal years.

Complete all forms, follow certification rules, and respond timely to CJCC requests.