Opportunity Information: Apply for OVC 2012 3218
Apply for OVC 2012 3218
- The Office for Victims of Crime in the employment, labor and training income security and social services law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "OVC FY 12 Victim Assistance Professional Development Fellowship Program Financial Fraud and Abuse Fellowship" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.582 Crime Victim Assistance/Discretionary Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 29, 2012 and posted on Feb 28, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 1, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $135,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $135,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Individuals Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Applicants must be individuals (organizations are not eligible to apply) who demonstrate the financial and administrative capacity to manage the cooperative agreement as well as the desire, knowledge, and ability to successfully execute the development of training, technical assistance, public awareness, and other informational resources to meet the needs of victim service providers and allied practitioners who serve crime victims. The applicant agrees to abstain from any outside employment, either compensated or uncompensated, for the duration of the fellowship, unless approved in writing by the Director of OVC. Applicants should read the OVC Fellowship Guidelines that are available at www.ojp.usdoj.gov/ovc/pdftxt/OVCFellowshipGuidelines.pdf. IMPORTANT Applicants must obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) by going to the IRS Web site at www.irs.gov. As an Individual applicants may enter zeros in the DUNS number field.
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Opportunity Summary:
The OVC FY 12 Victim Assistance Professional Development Fellowship Program Financial Fraud and Abuse Fellowship (Funding Opportunity Number OVC 2012 3218) is a discretionary federal funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime (OVC). It is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the fellow would not only carry out a proposed work plan but would also collaborate closely with OVC during the project. The program is designed to strengthen the national victim services field by developing practical, evidence based training and support tools focused on financial fraud and abuse, particularly where victims are underserved or face overlapping forms of victimization.
OVC expects to make a single award under this solicitation, with an estimated total funding amount of up to 135,000 and an award ceiling of 135,000. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement. The fellowship is an onsite position in Washington, D.C., where the selected individual would work directly with OVC to conduct and support activities related to financial fraud and abuse. A major emphasis is placed on victims of elder financial exploitation, along with victims whose financial abuse may be co occurring with other crimes or victimization, reflecting the real world pattern that fraud and exploitation often overlap with neglect, domestic violence, coercion, identity theft, or other abuses.
The core purpose of the fellowship is capacity building for the field. The fellow is expected to help OVC respond to broader, ongoing needs for evidence based training, technical assistance, public awareness materials, and other informational resources that victim service providers and allied professionals can actually use. In practice, this typically means creating or improving training curricula, toolkits, guidance documents, resource collections, and outreach products that help practitioners recognize financial exploitation, respond effectively, coordinate with partners, and expand services for victims who may not be well served by existing systems. The fellowship also aims to improve the effectiveness and reach of services, with attention to populations that are often overlooked or face barriers to help.
Eligibility is limited to individuals; organizations are not eligible to apply. Applicants must show they have the financial and administrative capacity to manage a federal cooperative agreement, which includes handling federal grant compliance responsibilities even though the award supports an individual fellowship. Beyond administrative capability, applicants must demonstrate the desire, knowledge, and ability to successfully develop training, technical assistance, public awareness, and related resources for victim service providers and allied practitioners. A notable condition is that the fellow must agree to abstain from any outside employment, whether paid or unpaid, for the duration of the fellowship unless they receive written approval from the Director of OVC. Applicants are also directed to review the OVC Fellowship Guidelines, which outline expectations and requirements for fellows.
Key dates and administrative details are straightforward. The opportunity was posted February 28, 2012, with a closing deadline of May 1, 2012 (and an archive date of May 31, 2012). The CFDA number is 16.582 (Crime Victim Assistance/Discretionary Grants). Applicants must obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) through the IRS, and as individual applicants they may enter zeros in the DUNS number field, as indicated in the solicitation. Applications were to be submitted through Grants.gov, and applicants were encouraged to start early given the steps involved in federal submission systems.
For support, the solicitation provides two main points of contact. Technical help with electronic submission is handled by the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline (1 800 518 4726 in the U.S., 606 545 5035 for applicants outside the U.S., or support@grants.gov), available 24/7 except federal holidays. For questions about solicitation requirements beyond submission mechanics, the program contact listed is Meg Morrow, Attorney Advisor at OVC, reachable at 202 353 0591 or Meg.Morrow@usdoj.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is the OVC FY 12 Victim Assistance Professional Development Fellowship Program - Financial Fraud and Abuse Fellowship (Funding Opportunity Number OVC 2012 3218), offered by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime (OVC). It is a discretionary federal funding opportunity focused on improving the victim services field related to financial fraud and abuse.
What type of award is it?
The award is a cooperative agreement. That means the selected fellow is expected to carry out a proposed work plan while also collaborating closely with OVC during the project.
How many awards does OVC expect to make?
OVC expects to make a single award under this solicitation.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding amount is up to $135,000.
What is the maximum (ceiling) award amount?
The award ceiling is $135,000.
Is there a cost share or match requirement?
No. The solicitation states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to individuals. Organizations are not eligible to apply.
Does the applicant need to show administrative or financial capacity?
Yes. Applicants must demonstrate they have the financial and administrative capacity to manage a federal cooperative agreement, including managing federal grant compliance responsibilities.
Where is the fellowship based?
The fellowship is an onsite position in Washington, D.C., where the selected individual would work directly with OVC.
What is the main purpose of the fellowship?
The core purpose is capacity building for the national victim services field by developing practical, evidence-based training and support tools focused on financial fraud and abuse, especially for underserved victims or victims experiencing overlapping forms of victimization.
What victim populations are emphasized in this fellowship?
A major emphasis is on victims of elder financial exploitation. The fellowship also highlights victims whose financial abuse may co-occur with other crimes or victimization, such as neglect, domestic violence, coercion, identity theft, or other abuses.
What kinds of activities or deliverables are expected from the fellow?
The fellow is expected to help OVC respond to ongoing needs for evidence-based training, technical assistance, public awareness materials, and other informational resources. In practice, this can include developing or improving training curricula, toolkits, guidance documents, resource collections, and outreach products that victim service providers and allied professionals can use.
What is meant by "evidence-based" in the context of this opportunity?
The solicitation describes the goal as creating practical, evidence-based training and support tools. Based on the information provided, this indicates OVC is looking for resources grounded in evidence and designed for real-world use by practitioners, but the solicitation text provided does not specify a particular evidence standard.
What kinds of professionals are the tools meant to support?
The resources are intended for victim service providers and allied practitioners, meaning professionals who work with victims and partner systems that coordinate responses to financial fraud and abuse.
Does the fellowship focus only on financial fraud, or also on related forms of abuse?
It focuses on financial fraud and abuse, with explicit attention to situations where financial exploitation overlaps with other forms of victimization (for example: neglect, domestic violence, coercion, identity theft, or other abuses).
Are applicants allowed to work another job during the fellowship?
A notable condition is that the fellow must agree to abstain from any outside employment, whether paid or unpaid, for the duration of the fellowship unless they receive written approval from the Director of OVC.
Are there guidelines fellows are expected to follow?
Yes. Applicants are directed to review the OVC Fellowship Guidelines, which outline expectations and requirements for fellows.
When was this opportunity posted and when was it due?
The opportunity was posted on February 28, 2012. The closing deadline was May 1, 2012. The archive date was May 31, 2012.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number is 16.582 (Crime Victim Assistance/Discretionary Grants).
How were applications submitted?
Applications were to be submitted through Grants.gov. Applicants were encouraged to start early due to the steps involved in federal submission systems.
Is an EIN required to apply?
Yes. Applicants must obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) through the IRS.
Is a DUNS number required for individual applicants?
For individual applicants, the solicitation indicates they may enter zeros in the DUNS number field.
Who do applicants contact for technical help with Grants.gov submission?
Technical help with electronic submission is handled by the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at 1-800-518-4726 (U.S.), 606-545-5035 (outside the U.S.), or by email at support@grants.gov. Support is available 24/7 except federal holidays.
Who is the program contact for questions about the solicitation requirements?
The program contact listed is Meg Morrow, Attorney Advisor at OVC. Phone: 202-353-0591. Email: Meg.Morrow@usdoj.gov.
Does this fellowship involve collaboration with OVC during the project?
Yes. Because it is a cooperative agreement and an onsite fellowship, the selected individual is expected to collaborate closely with OVC while carrying out the work plan.
What is the overall outcome OVC is trying to achieve through this fellowship?
The fellowship aims to strengthen and expand the effectiveness and reach of victim services related to financial fraud and abuse by producing resources that help practitioners recognize financial exploitation, respond effectively, coordinate with partners, and expand services, particularly for underserved or overlooked populations.
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