OVC FY25 Emergency and Transitional Pet Shelter and Housing Assistance for Victims of Domestic Violence Program
Funding Agency:
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Office for Victims of Crime (OVC)
Solicitation Title:
OVC FY25 Emergency and Transitional Pet Shelter and Housing Assistance for Victims of Domestic Violence Program
Funding Opportunity Number:
O-OVC-2025-172432
Assistance Listing Number:
16.582
Deadlines
- Grants.gov: August 15, 2025, by 11:59 PM EST
- JustGrants: August 20, 2025, by 8:59 PM EST
Total Amount Available
$3,000,000
Award Ceiling:
Up to $500,000 per award
Anticipated Period of Performance:
36 months
Program Summary:
This funding opportunity supports shelter, transitional housing, and other assistance for victims of domestic violence and their companion animals. “Companion animals” include pets, service animals, emotional support animals, and horses. The program aims to ensure victims can access safe housing without being forced to abandon their animals, which are often critical to their emotional and physical well-being.
Eligibility:
Eligible applicants include:
- State governments
- Units of local government
- Federally recognized tribal governments
- Nonprofit organizations
- Public housing authorities
- Other organizations with demonstrated experience providing shelter and services to victims of domestic violence and their animals
Link to Full Solicitation:
PDF Document
Online Opportunity Page
Additional Info
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