Services, Training, Officers, and Prosecutors Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program

The Services, Training, Officers, and Prosecutors Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program is administered by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute as part of a federally authorized initiative under the Violence Against Women Act. The program is designed to support coordinated community responses to violent crimes against women, including domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. It also encompasses support for victims who experience overlapping forms of harm such as trafficking, forced marriage, or female genital mutilation. The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute serves as the state administering agency and is responsible for distributing federal funds to eligible subrecipients through a competitive application process. The primary purpose of the program is to strengthen systemic responses across law enforcement, prosecution, courts, and victim services. Projects funded under this program are expected to align with statewide strategic goals, including reducing domestic violence related homicides, expanding services in underserved rural communities, and enhancing access to sexual assault services. Activities supported include training for criminal justice professionals, development of specialized units, improvements in data systems, expansion of victim services and legal assistance, and coordinated multidisciplinary approaches. Funds must be used in accordance with federal statutes, regulations, and the Department of Justice Grants Financial Guide, and all expenditures must be necessary, reasonable, and properly documented. Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis, meaning recipients must incur and document expenses prior to requesting payment. The anticipated award range for subgrants is approximately 10000 to 150000 dollars, with an estimated 65 to 75 awards expected, although total funding is contingent upon federal allocation. Administrative costs are limited to 10 percent of the total grant budget, and indirect costs may be claimed through either a federally approved rate or a de minimis rate of up to 15 percent of modified total direct costs. Certain activities and costs are explicitly unallowable, including construction, lobbying, fundraising, and direct financial assistance to clients. Eligibility for the program includes nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, and faith based organizations that can demonstrate the capacity to deliver allowable services. Applicants must meet prequalification requirements such as obtaining a Unique Entity ID, maintaining active registration in the System for Award Management, and demonstrating good standing with relevant state agencies. Additional requirements include enrollment in the E Verify program and compliance with confidentiality provisions under federal law. All applicants must submit required certifications and documentation, including budget forms, letters of endorsement, and various compliance statements. Applications must be submitted electronically through the IntelliGrants system. Applicants are required to complete all sections of the application and upload supporting documentation within the system. Technical guidance is available through training materials and support from the ICJI Helpdesk. Required attachments include a total agency budget, indirect cost documentation if applicable, letters of endorsement, certification forms, and job descriptions for funded personnel. Certain applicants, such as prosecutors and law enforcement agencies, must also submit consultation forms and specialized certifications. The application timeline includes a release date in mid July, a webinar for applicants, a deadline for submitting questions, and a final submission deadline in early August. Applications are due by August 11, 2026 at noon Eastern Time, and late submissions are not accepted. Award notifications are expected in early September, with the project period beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2027. Projects must become operational within 60 days of the start date and complete all financial obligations within 30 days after the end of the performance period. Applications are evaluated through a competitive review process that considers completeness, eligibility, alignment with program scope, budget allowability, compliance with laws and regulations, and organizational capacity. Additional considerations include risk assessment, financial standing, and absence of debarment. Successful applicants must comply with reporting requirements, participate in monitoring activities, and adhere to all grant conditions, including confidentiality and non supplanting provisions. This program operates on a recurring annual cycle aligned with federal funding allocations and state planning processes.

Ensure full compliance with eligibility and documentation requirements; align project with state priorities such as reducing domestic violence and expanding rural services; provide clear and allowable budget justification; submit early to avoid technical issues