Opportunity Information: Apply for OVC 2011 3047
Apply for OVC 2011 3047
- The Office for Victims of Crime in the income security and social services law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "OVC FY 2011 Services for Victims of Human Trafficking" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.320 Services for Trafficking Victims.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 24, 2011 and posted on May 18, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 5, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $400,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Applicants are limited to victim service organizations with a demonstrated history of providing trauma informed, culturally competent services to victims of human trafficking. By statute, grants under this program may be awarded to states, units of local government (including federally recognized Indian tribal governments as determined by the Secretary of the Interior), and nonprofit, nongovernmental organizations (including tribal nonprofits). For the purposes of this program, a unit of local government is any city, county, township, town, borough, parish, village, or other general purpose political subdivision of a state.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) FY 2011 Services for Victims of Human Trafficking grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number OVC 2011 3047; CFDA 16.320) was a discretionary funding program offered through cooperative agreements to strengthen and expand direct services for victims of human trafficking, as defined by the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (as amended). The core purpose was twofold: first, to ensure that trafficking victims receive timely, high-quality, victim-centered assistance; and second, to improve how agencies and community partners coordinate so victims can access services more easily and consistently across systems.
Under this opportunity, OVC planned to make multiple awards ranging from $200,000 to $400,000 per grant (award floor $200,000; award ceiling $400,000). The program emphasized service delivery that is trauma-informed and culturally competent, with applicants required to demonstrate a proven track record serving both male and female victims of sex trafficking and labor trafficking. In practice, this focus signaled that OVC was looking for organizations that already understood the complex safety, health, legal, and stabilization needs trafficking survivors may have, and that could deliver services in ways that account for trauma impacts, language access, cultural context, and survivor choice.
Funding could be used in one of two main service models. One model supported a comprehensive array of services within a defined geographic area, meaning grantees could build or enhance a full continuum of support locally or regionally (for example, crisis response, case management, shelter or housing support, medical and behavioral health referrals, transportation assistance, interpretation, and other wraparound services typically needed to stabilize survivors). The second model supported specialized services delivered over a larger geographic area, with the solicitation specifically calling out specialized mental health services or legal services. This structure allowed OVC to fund providers with deep expertise in a particular service domain (such as trauma treatment or complex legal advocacy) even when those providers served multiple communities or a wider region.
A significant program expectation was building community capacity through stronger interagency collaboration. Beyond direct services, grantees were expected to contribute to improved local and regional response systems by developing or deepening partnerships among victim service providers, law enforcement, prosecutors, social service agencies, healthcare, and other relevant entities. The opportunity also supported public outreach and awareness efforts, reflecting an emphasis on improving identification of trafficking victims and strengthening referral pathways, so survivors are recognized sooner and can be connected to appropriate help without unnecessary delays or barriers.
Eligibility was limited to victim service organizations that could show a demonstrated history of providing trauma-informed, culturally competent services to trafficking victims. While the solicitation noted that, by statute, awards under this program may be made to states, units of local government (including federally recognized Indian tribal governments), and nonprofit nongovernmental organizations (including tribal nonprofits), the practical limitation in this funding announcement was the requirement that applicants be victim service organizations with relevant experience. It also clarified what qualifies as a unit of local government, including cities, counties, townships, towns, boroughs, parishes, villages, and other general-purpose political subdivisions of a state.
Administratively, the opportunity was posted May 18, 2011, with an application closing date of July 5, 2011 (original and current closing date the same), and it was later archived on August 4, 2011. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applied, meaning recipients needed to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the program rules described in the full announcement. Applicants needing submission support were directed to Grants.gov customer support.
Overall, the OVC FY 2011 Services for Victims of Human Trafficking opportunity was designed to fund experienced victim service organizations to deliver strong, survivor-centered services while also improving the broader community response through coordinated partnerships and targeted outreach, with flexibility to fund either comprehensive local service networks or specialized legal/mental health services across wider areas.
FAQs: OVC FY 2011 Services for Victims of Human Trafficking (OVC 2011 3047; CFDA 16.320)
What is this funding opportunity?
This was the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) FY 2011 Services for Victims of Human Trafficking grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number OVC 2011 3047; CFDA 16.320). It was a discretionary funding program offered through cooperative agreements to strengthen and expand direct services for victims of human trafficking as defined by the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (as amended).
What were the main goals of the program?
The program had two core goals: (1) ensure victims of human trafficking receive timely, high-quality, victim-centered assistance; and (2) improve coordination among agencies and community partners so victims can access services more easily and consistently across systems.
What type of award mechanism was used?
OVC offered funding through cooperative agreements under this opportunity.
How much funding was available per award?
OVC planned to make multiple awards ranging from $200,000 to $400,000 per grant. The award floor was $200,000 and the award ceiling was $400,000.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to victim service organizations that could show a demonstrated history of providing trauma-informed, culturally competent services to trafficking victims. While the solicitation noted that, by statute, awards may be made to states, units of local government (including federally recognized Indian tribal governments), and nonprofit nongovernmental organizations (including tribal nonprofits), the practical limitation in this announcement was that applicants had to be victim service organizations with relevant experience.
What does OVC mean by a "unit of local government"?
The opportunity clarified that a unit of local government includes cities, counties, townships, towns, boroughs, parishes, villages, and other general-purpose political subdivisions of a state.
What kind of experience did applicants need to demonstrate?
Applicants were required to demonstrate a proven track record serving both male and female victims of sex trafficking and labor trafficking, using approaches that are trauma-informed and culturally competent.
What does "trauma-informed" and "culturally competent" service delivery mean in this program context?
The program emphasized service delivery that accounts for the impacts of trauma and reflects cultural context, language access, and survivor choice. In practical terms, OVC signaled it was looking for organizations that understood complex safety, health, legal, and stabilization needs and could provide services in ways that reduce barriers and support survivor-centered engagement.
What service models could be funded under this opportunity?
Funding could support one of two main models: (1) comprehensive services within a defined geographic area; or (2) specialized services delivered over a larger geographic area, specifically including specialized mental health services or legal services.
What is meant by "comprehensive services" in a defined geographic area?
This model supported building or enhancing a full continuum of support locally or regionally. Examples mentioned include crisis response, case management, shelter or housing support, medical and behavioral health referrals, transportation assistance, interpretation, and other wraparound services commonly needed to stabilize survivors.
What is meant by "specialized services" over a larger geographic area?
This model allowed OVC to fund providers with deep expertise in a specific service domain even if they served multiple communities or a wider region. The solicitation specifically called out specialized mental health services or legal services as examples of the specialized service approach.
Were both sex trafficking and labor trafficking victims included?
Yes. Applicants were expected to have experience serving victims of both sex trafficking and labor trafficking.
Did the program focus on services for a particular gender?
No. Applicants were required to demonstrate a proven track record serving both male and female victims.
Beyond direct services, what other expectations were included?
A significant expectation was building community capacity through stronger interagency collaboration. Grantees were expected to contribute to improved local and regional response systems by developing or deepening partnerships among victim service providers, law enforcement, prosecutors, social service agencies, healthcare, and other relevant entities.
Did the opportunity support outreach or awareness activities?
Yes. The opportunity supported public outreach and awareness efforts, reflecting an emphasis on improving identification of trafficking victims and strengthening referral pathways so survivors are recognized sooner and connected to appropriate help with fewer delays or barriers.
Was there a cost-sharing or match requirement?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applied, meaning recipients needed to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the program rules described in the full announcement.
When was the opportunity posted and when were applications due?
The opportunity was posted on May 18, 2011. The application closing date was July 5, 2011 (the original and current closing date were the same).
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was later archived on August 4, 2011.
Where were applicants directed for help with submission?
Applicants needing submission support were directed to Grants.gov customer support.
What was the overall intent of the program design?
Overall, the opportunity was designed to fund experienced victim service organizations to deliver strong, survivor-centered services while also improving the broader community response through coordinated partnerships and targeted outreach. It also provided flexibility to fund either comprehensive local service networks or specialized legal/mental health services across wider areas.
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