2026 STOP VAWA Formula Grant Program
🏛 New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services
✓ Free, no account · Source: New York SFS Grant Opportunity Portal · Last verified Jul 8, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for New York State organizations working on services related to domestic violence prevention, victim support, and related justice responses. Eligible applicants include governmental entities (state, local, tribal), not-for-profit organizations, and tribal organizations. The grant supports services in family support, government services, justice services, and public safety. Organizations must be able to serve New York State residents or operate within New York State.
This is a formula-based grant program, meaning funding allocations are determined by statutory distribution methods rather than competitive selection. Most applicants will receive funding if they meet basic eligibility requirements and submit compliant applications. Organizations should confirm their eligibility status with the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services before investing time in the application.
The grant funds direct victim services, training, technical assistance, and coordination of systems to address domestic violence. Applicants should align their projects with Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) priorities.
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Program description
2026 STOP VAWA Formula Grant Program is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. Total program funding is approximately $7,850,000. Eligible applicants: Governmental Entity, Not-For-Profit, Tribal Organization. Focus area: Family Supports, Government Supports, Justice Services, Public Safety Supports. Project period: 12 Month(s). Applications are due 2026-07-29. Posted through the New York State Grant Opportunity Portal in the Statewide Financial System (SFS).
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- City / Municipal Government
- County Government
- Nonprofits
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Application form (via New York State Grant Opportunity Portal)
- Project narrative or description
- Budget and budget narrative
- Proof of organizational eligibility or incorporation
- Audit report or financial documentation (if applicable by organization type)
Program contact
- 👤 Bill Schaefer
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Governmental entities (state, local, tribal), not-for-profit organizations, and tribal organizations in New York State are eligible. You must have experience or capacity to serve domestic violence victims or prevention activities.
What is the deadline?
The application deadline is July 29, 2026. Check the New York State Grant Opportunity Portal for any updates or deadline changes.
What activities does the grant fund?
Typical uses include direct victim services, shelter operations, counseling, legal advocacy, training for responders, and coordination with justice system partners.
Is this a competitive grant?
No. This is a formula grant program. Eligible applicants typically receive funding allocations based on statutory distribution formulas, not competitive scoring.
How much funding could we receive?
Award amounts vary by organization type and location. The total program has $7.85 million. Contact the administering agency for estimated allocations for your organization type.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Confirm your organization's formula-based allocation early. This is not a competitive grant, so focus on meeting eligibility requirements and submission deadlines.
- Start the application process immediately. Even formula grants have compliance requirements that take time to satisfy.
- Document your current domestic violence prevention or victim services capacity. This strengthens your compliance review.
- Use the New York State Grant Opportunity Portal to track official communications. Updates and clarifications are posted there first.
- If you are a tribal organization, ensure you have registered with the state system and notified the administering agency of your intent to apply.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Missing deadlines or submitting incomplete applications. Even formula grants require proper documentation of eligibility and project budgets.
Failing to register or pre-qualify with the state grant portal. Some applicants lose allocations because they did not complete administrative steps on time.
Proposing activities outside VAWA-authorized scope, such as activities not tied to domestic violence prevention or response.
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