Opportunity Information: Apply for OVW 2010 2484
Apply for OVW 2010 2484
- The Office on Violence Against Women in the income security and social services law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "OVW FY 2010 Grants to Enhance Culturally and Linguistically Specific Services for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.016 Culturally and Linguistically Specific Services Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 22, 2010 and posted on Jan 21, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 4, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $7,650,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $300,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 25 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- Community based organizations
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Opportunity Summary:
The OVW FY 2010 Grants to Enhance Culturally and Linguistically Specific Services for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking Program (Funding Opportunity Number OVW 2010 2484) is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). It is designed to strengthen community-based organizations that deliver services tailored to the cultural and language needs of victims and survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The core purpose is to make victim services more accessible, relevant, and effective for communities that may face barriers to help because of language differences, cultural norms, immigration-related concerns, historical trauma, or mistrust of mainstream systems.
This opportunity sits within the federal assistance listing associated with the Culturally and Linguistically Specific Services Program (CFDA 16.016) and is categorized under Income Security and Social Services as well as Law, Justice, and Legal Services. OVW expected to make about 25 awards under this solicitation, with an estimated total funding amount of $7,650,000. Individual awards were projected to fall between $150,000 (award floor) and $300,000 (award ceiling). Importantly, there was no cost sharing or matching requirement, which reduces the financial burden on smaller and grassroots organizations that may not have access to unrestricted funds.
Eligibility is centered on community-based organizations. Eligible applicants included nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (also excluding institutions of higher education), Native American tribal organizations that are not federally recognized tribal governments, and other entities as clarified in the full solicitation under the additional eligibility information. The emphasis on community-based organizations signals OVW's intent to fund groups that are rooted in, trusted by, and directly accountable to the communities they serve, especially where culturally specific approaches are critical to victim safety and service uptake.
The key theme of the program is culturally and linguistically relevant service delivery. In practice, that generally means services that are not simply translated into another language, but are designed and provided in ways that reflect a community's lived realities and needs, including culturally competent advocacy, safety planning, crisis intervention, referrals, and survivor-centered support. The program aims to improve outcomes for victims who might otherwise be underserved or excluded by standard service models, whether due to limited English proficiency, lack of culturally informed advocacy, or system-level barriers that prevent victims from seeking help.
The solicitation was posted on January 21, 2010, with a closing date of March 4, 2010, and an archive date of April 3, 2010. Applicants seeking the official announcement and details were directed to the OVW posting (linked in the source information). For access issues or questions, OVW provided a main phone line at 202-307-6026 and an email contact at OVW.Cultural.and.Linguistic@usdoj.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the OVW FY 2010 Grants to Enhance Culturally and Linguistically Specific Services Program?
It is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women (OVW), titled "OVW FY 2010 Grants to Enhance Culturally and Linguistically Specific Services for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking Program" (Funding Opportunity Number OVW 2010 2484). The program is designed to strengthen community-based organizations that provide services tailored to the cultural and language needs of victims and survivors.
What is the main purpose of this grant opportunity?
The core purpose is to make victim services more accessible, relevant, and effective for communities that may face barriers to help due to language differences, cultural norms, immigration-related concerns, historical trauma, or mistrust of mainstream systems.
Which forms of victimization are covered by this program?
The program focuses on services for victims and survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
What types of organizations is OVW trying to support through this funding?
The opportunity emphasizes community-based organizations, signaling an intent to fund groups that are rooted in, trusted by, and directly accountable to the communities they serve, especially where culturally specific approaches are critical to victim safety and service uptake.
What does "culturally and linguistically specific services" mean in this context?
It generally means services that are not just translated into another language, but are designed and provided in ways that reflect a community's lived realities and needs. This can include culturally competent advocacy, safety planning, crisis intervention, referrals, and survivor-centered support delivered in culturally and linguistically relevant ways.
Why is this program focused on culturally and linguistically specific service delivery?
The program aims to improve outcomes for victims who might otherwise be underserved or excluded by standard service models, including individuals impacted by limited English proficiency, lack of culturally informed advocacy, or system-level barriers that prevent victims from seeking help.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this solicitation?
The Funding Opportunity Number is OVW 2010 2484.
What federal assistance listing (CFDA) is associated with this program?
This opportunity is associated with the Culturally and Linguistically Specific Services Program, CFDA 16.016.
How is this opportunity categorized?
It is categorized under Income Security and Social Services as well as Law, Justice, and Legal Services.
How many awards did OVW expect to make under this solicitation?
OVW expected to make about 25 awards.
What was the estimated total funding amount for all awards?
The estimated total funding amount was $7,650,000.
What was the anticipated size of individual awards?
Individual awards were projected to range from $150,000 (award floor) to $300,000 (award ceiling).
Was there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, which reduces the financial burden on smaller and grassroots organizations that may not have access to unrestricted funds.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was centered on community-based organizations. Eligible applicants included:
- Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education)
- Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (also excluding institutions of higher education)
- Native American tribal organizations that are not federally recognized tribal governments
- Other entities as clarified in the full solicitation under the additional eligibility information
Are institutions of higher education eligible to apply?
No. The eligibility description specifically excludes institutions of higher education for both nonprofit categories listed.
Are Native American tribal organizations eligible?
Yes. Native American tribal organizations that are not federally recognized tribal governments were included among eligible applicants.
What kinds of services does the program aim to strengthen?
The program is aimed at strengthening services that are culturally and linguistically relevant, including culturally competent advocacy, safety planning, crisis intervention, referrals, and survivor-centered support that better fit the needs of the communities served.
When was the solicitation posted?
The solicitation was posted on January 21, 2010.
What was the application closing date?
The closing date was March 4, 2010.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was April 3, 2010.
Where could applicants find the official announcement and details?
Applicants were directed to the OVW posting linked in the source information for the official announcement and full details.
How can someone contact OVW with access issues or questions about this opportunity?
OVW provided the following contacts:
- Phone: 202-307-6026
- Email: OVW.Cultural.and.Linguistic@usdoj.gov
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