Federal programLegal aid

VAWA, Domestic Violence Survivor Assistance

Run by Office on Violence Against Women (DOJ), a federal agency

Violence Against Women Act funds emergency shelters, legal advocates, transitional housing, and relocation assistance for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

Award: Emergency housing, legal aid, relocation support
Deadline: Rolling, call hotline
Run by: Office on Violence Against Women (DOJ); Federal

Who it's for

Survivor of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or trafficking
No income requirement
Confidential services available

Office on Violence Against Women (DOJ) decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at thehotline.org

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VAWA, Domestic Violence Survivor Assistance is one option. What else may help?

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. Office on Violence Against Women (DOJ) decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.