The Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Governor’s Office is currently soliciting applications for projects that reduce and prevent violence against women. The purpose of the VAWA Recovery Act Program is to assist in developing and strengthening effective law enforcement and prosecution strategies to combat violent crimes against women and to develop and strengthen victim services in such cases.

The minimum grant award is $5,000 and there is no required match. Applications are due before December 21, 2009. TCFV is available to provide technical assistance regarding the issue areas targeted for this funding. Please visit our Grant Applications page for more details and for contact information.