Opportunity Information: Apply for OVW 2014 3700
Apply for OVW 2014 3700
- The Office on Violence Against Women in the housing other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "OVW Fiscal Year 2014 Transitional Housing Assistance Grants for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalking or Sexual Assault Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.736 Transitional Housing Assistance for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalking, or Sexual Assault.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 2, 2014 and posted on Jan 2, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 18, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 62 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- For FY 2014, eligibility is limited to applicants that received Transitional Housing Assistance Program funds in FY 2011.
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Opportunity Summary:
The OVW Fiscal Year 2014 Transitional Housing Assistance Grants for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalking or Sexual Assault Program is a discretionary federal grant opportunity run by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). It is designed to support transitional housing projects that help survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking move from crisis and instability into safe, longer-term, permanent housing. The program emphasizes a holistic, victim-centered approach, meaning the housing and services are meant to be flexible, trauma-informed, and responsive to each survivor's unique circumstances, safety concerns, and personal choices rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all path.
At its core, the program funds organizations that provide transitional housing, short-term housing assistance, and related supportive services for survivors who need a safe place to live while they rebuild stability. OVW highlights that strong transitional housing programs do more than offer a roof over someone’s head. They combine housing with a menu of optional, supportive services that survivors can choose from depending on their needs and goals. Examples named in the solicitation include counseling, support groups, safety planning, and advocacy, along with practical supports that often make the difference between temporary shelter and real stability, such as licensed child care, employment-related services, transportation vouchers, phones, and referrals to other community agencies. The intent is to reduce barriers, improve safety, and help survivors regain independence, including addressing the ripple effects of abuse like disrupted employment, financial hardship, legal needs, childcare challenges, and ongoing safety risks.
A key feature of the program is the role of trained staff and case managers. OVW describes staffing models where professionals work directly with survivors to identify goals and navigate the steps toward permanent housing. In practice, this can include helping survivors locate and secure long-term housing, coordinate services, and build individualized plans that account for safety, children’s needs, employment, and access to benefits or community resources. The emphasis on survivor choice is central: services are positioned as flexible and voluntary, reflecting that survivors differ in what they want, what is safe for them, and what they can realistically do at any given time.
For FY 2014, eligibility is restricted. Only applicants that received Transitional Housing Assistance Program funds in FY 2011 are eligible to apply. This makes the 2014 competition more like a continuation/limited eligibility opportunity rather than an open solicitation for new organizations. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement listed, which means applicants are not required to contribute a specified portion of project costs from non-federal sources as a condition of receiving the award.
From an administrative standpoint, all applications must be submitted through the Department of Justice online Grants Management System (GMS). The solicitation directs applicants to the "How to Apply" section (referenced as page 11) for registration and submission instructions, signaling that the application process is fully electronic and tied to DOJ system requirements and deadlines. The opportunity was posted on January 2, 2014, and the closing date was February 18, 2014, with an archive date of March 20, 2014. OVW anticipated making about 62 awards under this solicitation. The funding opportunity number is OVW 2014 3700, and the CFDA program number is 16.736 (Transitional Housing Assistance for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalking, or Sexual Assault). The activity category is listed under Housing, with a clarification that it addresses violence against women-related issues, including sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
For questions or help accessing the full announcement, the listed contact is Sharon Elliott at 202-305-1662 or sharon.elliott@usdoj.gov.
FAQs: OVW FY 2014 Transitional Housing Assistance Grants (OVW 2014 3700)
1) What is the OVW FY 2014 Transitional Housing Assistance Grants program?
It is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). The program supports transitional housing projects that help survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking move from crisis and instability into safe, longer-term, permanent housing.
2) What is the main goal of this funding opportunity?
The goal is to fund transitional housing, short-term housing assistance, and related supportive services that help survivors stabilize, improve safety, and work toward permanent housing and long-term independence.
3) Who is this program intended to help?
The program is intended to support survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault who need a safe place to live while rebuilding stability and working toward permanent housing.
4) What kinds of projects does OVW want to fund under this solicitation?
OVW wants to fund transitional housing projects and short-term housing assistance paired with supportive, victim-centered services. The solicitation emphasizes that strong programs combine housing with optional services that survivors can choose based on their needs and goals.
5) What does "transitional housing" mean in the context of this program?
Based on the solicitation description, transitional housing refers to housing assistance designed to help survivors move from crisis and instability toward safe, longer-term, permanent housing, typically paired with supportive services to address barriers to stability and safety.
6) What does OVW mean by a "holistic, victim-centered approach"?
A holistic, victim-centered approach means housing and services should be flexible, trauma-informed, and responsive to each survivor's unique circumstances, safety concerns, and personal choices, rather than requiring everyone to follow a single standard path.
7) Are supportive services required, or is the grant only for housing costs?
The solicitation describes transitional housing programs as combining housing with a menu of supportive services. OVW emphasizes that the program is not just about providing a place to stay, but also offering optional services that can help survivors achieve stability and permanent housing.
8) What examples of supportive services are mentioned in the solicitation?
Examples named include counseling, support groups, safety planning, and advocacy. The solicitation also mentions practical supports that can reduce barriers, such as licensed child care, employment-related services, transportation vouchers, phones, and referrals to other community agencies.
9) Are survivors required to participate in services to receive housing?
The solicitation emphasizes survivor choice and describes services as flexible and voluntary, reflecting that survivors differ in what they want, what is safe for them, and what they can realistically do at any given time.
10) What role do trained staff and case managers play in funded projects?
OVW highlights staffing models where trained staff and case managers work directly with survivors to identify goals and navigate steps toward permanent housing. This can include helping survivors locate and secure long-term housing, coordinating services, and developing individualized plans that consider safety, children’s needs, employment, and access to benefits or community resources.
11) What types of barriers or needs does the program aim to address?
The solicitation notes that the effects of abuse can include disrupted employment, financial hardship, legal needs, childcare challenges, and ongoing safety risks. The intent of the program is to reduce barriers, improve safety, and help survivors regain independence.
12) Who is eligible to apply for the FY 2014 funding?
Eligibility is restricted. Only applicants that received Transitional Housing Assistance Program funds in FY 2011 are eligible to apply under the FY 2014 solicitation.
13) Is this an open competition for new organizations?
No. Because eligibility is limited to FY 2011 Transitional Housing Assistance Program recipients, this solicitation functions more like a continuation or limited eligibility competition rather than an open opportunity for new applicants.
14) Is a cost share or match required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is listed in the provided opportunity description, meaning applicants are not required to contribute a specified portion of project costs from non-federal sources as a condition of receiving the award.
15) How must applications be submitted?
Applications must be submitted electronically through the Department of Justice online Grants Management System (GMS). The solicitation directs applicants to the "How to Apply" section (referenced as page 11) for registration and submission instructions.
16) What is the application timeline for this FY 2014 opportunity?
The opportunity was posted on January 2, 2014. The closing date was February 18, 2014. The archive date was March 20, 2014.
17) How many awards did OVW expect to make under this solicitation?
OVW anticipated making about 62 awards under this solicitation.
18) What is the funding opportunity number for this grant?
The funding opportunity number is OVW 2014 3700.
19) What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA program number is 16.736, titled "Transitional Housing Assistance for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalking, or Sexual Assault."
20) What is the activity category for this grant?
The activity category is listed under Housing, with a clarification that it addresses violence against women-related issues, including sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
21) Who can be contacted with questions about the announcement?
The listed contact is Sharon Elliott at 202-305-1662 or sharon.elliott@usdoj.gov.
22) Where does the solicitation say to find application instructions?
The solicitation directs applicants to the "How to Apply" section (referenced as page 11) for DOJ Grants Management System (GMS) registration and submission instructions.
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