Opportunity Information: Apply for OVC 2015 4225
Apply for OVC 2015 4225
- The Office for Victims of Crime in the income security and social services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "OVC FY 15 American Indian/Alaska Native Training and Technical Assistance Program Competitive Solicitation" 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 Apr 14, 2015 and posted on Apr 14, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 1, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $3,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The OVC FY 15 American Indian/Alaska Native Training and Technical Assistance Program Competitive Solicitation is a discretionary federal funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), designed to strengthen how American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) tribal communities respond to crime victims. The program plans to make two awards, structured as cooperative agreements, meaning the selected organizations will not only carry out project activities but will also work closely with OVC in an ongoing, coordinated way to meet program goals. The overall intent is to improve the availability, quality, and cultural relevance of victim services in tribal communities, with a clear emphasis on approaches that are victim-centered and responsive to the needs of victims, their families, and the broader community.
Funding is expected to total about $3,000,000, with up to $1,500,000 available per award. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which can make participation more feasible for organizations that may not have access to non-federal funds. The funding instrument is specifically identified as a cooperative agreement, signaling that OVC anticipates substantial involvement in planning, coordination, and oversight as the training and technical assistance (TTA) effort is delivered and refined. The activity category is listed under Income Security and Social Services, and the program is associated with CFDA 16.582, Crime Victim Assistance/Discretionary Grants.
At the core of this opportunity is the provision of resources, coordination, training, and technical assistance to build tribal capacity to deliver comprehensive victim services that fit local cultures, community structures, and realities. The recipient(s) will help OVC support the TTA needs of AI/AN communities that already receive federal funding under specific tribal purpose areas within DOJ's Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS). In particular, the solicitation highlights Purpose Area 6, Childrens Justice Act Partnerships for Indian Communities, and Purpose Area 7, Comprehensive Tribal Victim Assistance Program. In addition, the work is intended to support Vision 21 Community Wellness Centers, reflecting a broader strategy to integrate victim services into community-based wellness and support systems. In practical terms, this means the awardees are expected to help tribal grantees and related community efforts with the knowledge, tools, and problem-solving support needed to implement effective victim services, improve coordination across programs, and address challenges such as service accessibility, culturally grounded practices, and systems navigation.
Eligibility is limited and targeted to organizations with demonstrated experience working with AI/AN communities. The eligible applicant categories include nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in that specific listing), Native American tribal organizations other than federally recognized tribal governments, and, as described in the narrative, institutions of higher learning and consortiums that can show a track record of effective engagement with AI/AN communities. The emphasis on demonstrated experience is important because the purpose of the program depends heavily on trust-based relationships, cultural competence, and the ability to provide assistance that respects tribal sovereignty and community-specific traditions while still meeting victim service standards and federal requirements.
Key dates and administrative details are straightforward. The opportunity was posted on April 14, 2015, and the application deadline was June 1, 2015, with an archive date of July 1, 2015. Applicants were encouraged to start early due to the complexity of preparing a competitive proposal and the coordination typically needed to document experience, outline a TTA approach, and demonstrate readiness to work across multiple tribal communities and program areas. The official funding opportunity number is OVC 2015 4225. For applicants who had trouble accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact was Barbara Robertson, Victim Justice Program Specialist, reachable by phone at 202-353-3775.
Overall, this solicitation is aimed at selecting up to two strong TTA providers that can serve as national or regional resources for AI/AN victim service efforts supported by OVC, helping tribal communities expand and improve culturally appropriate, comprehensive services for crime victims while aligning with OVC priorities and the specific needs of CTAS-funded projects and Vision 21 Community Wellness Centers.
FAQs: OVC FY 15 American Indian/Alaska Native Training and Technical Assistance Program (Competitive Solicitation)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a discretionary federal funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), titled the OVC FY 15 American Indian/Alaska Native Training and Technical Assistance Program Competitive Solicitation.
What is the main purpose of the program?
The purpose is to strengthen how American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) tribal communities respond to crime victims by improving the availability, quality, and cultural relevance of victim services. The solicitation emphasizes approaches that are victim-centered and responsive to victims, their families, and the broader community.
How many awards does OVC plan to make?
OVC plans to make two awards under this solicitation.
What is the total amount of funding expected, and how much is available per award?
Total funding is expected to be about $3,000,000. Up to $1,500,000 is available per award.
Is there a match or cost-sharing requirement?
No. The solicitation states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What type of funding instrument will be used?
The awards will be made as cooperative agreements.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement indicates that the selected organization(s) will carry out project activities and also work closely with OVC in an ongoing, coordinated way. OVC anticipates substantial involvement in planning, coordination, and oversight as the training and technical assistance effort is delivered and refined.
What kinds of activities are supported by this program?
The program focuses on providing resources, coordination, training, and technical assistance (TTA) to build tribal capacity to deliver comprehensive victim services that fit local cultures, community structures, and realities.
Who is the training and technical assistance intended to support?
The TTA is intended to support AI/AN communities that already receive federal funding under specific tribal purpose areas within DOJ's Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS), particularly Purpose Area 6 and Purpose Area 7. It is also intended to support Vision 21 Community Wellness Centers.
Which CTAS purpose areas are specifically highlighted?
The solicitation highlights Purpose Area 6, Childrens Justice Act Partnerships for Indian Communities, and Purpose Area 7, Comprehensive Tribal Victim Assistance Program.
How does this solicitation relate to Vision 21 Community Wellness Centers?
The solicitation states the work is intended to support Vision 21 Community Wellness Centers as part of a broader strategy to integrate victim services into community-based wellness and support systems.
What is the overall service approach OVC is looking for?
OVC emphasizes victim-centered approaches that are culturally grounded and responsive to the needs of victims, their families, and the community, while improving coordination and helping programs navigate implementation challenges.
What challenges is the program trying to help tribal communities address?
Based on the solicitation summary, the work is intended to help address challenges such as service accessibility, culturally grounded practices, systems navigation, and coordination across programs.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited and targeted to organizations with demonstrated experience working with AI/AN communities. Eligible applicant categories include:
- Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in that specific listing)
- Native American tribal organizations other than federally recognized tribal governments
- As described in the narrative: institutions of higher learning and consortiums that can show a track record of effective engagement with AI/AN communities
Why does the solicitation emphasize demonstrated experience with AI/AN communities?
The solicitation highlights that success depends heavily on trust-based relationships, cultural competence, and the ability to provide assistance that respects tribal sovereignty and community-specific traditions while meeting victim service standards and federal requirements.
Are federally recognized tribal governments listed as eligible applicants?
The eligibility list provided includes "Native American tribal organizations other than federally recognized tribal governments," indicating federally recognized tribal governments are excluded from that specific eligible category as described in the provided information.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The program is associated with CFDA 16.582, Crime Victim Assistance/Discretionary Grants.
What activity category is this opportunity listed under?
The activity category is listed as Income Security and Social Services.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The official funding opportunity number is OVC 2015 4225.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 14, 2015.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was June 1, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was July 1, 2015.
Who can applicants contact with questions or access issues related to the full announcement?
The listed point of contact is Barbara Robertson, Victim Justice Program Specialist. Phone: 202-353-3775.
What is OVC ultimately trying to select through this solicitation?
OVC is aiming to select up to two strong TTA providers that can serve as national or regional resources for AI/AN victim service efforts supported by OVC, helping tribal communities expand and improve culturally appropriate, comprehensive services for crime victims while aligning with OVC priorities and the specific needs of CTAS-funded projects and Vision 21 Community Wellness Centers.
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