Rape Crisis (RC) Program Supplemental

The Fiscal Year 2025-26 Rape Crisis Program Supplemental is a funding opportunity administered by the Governor's Office of Emergency Services. This program is supported by both federal and state resources and reflects California’s commitment to providing critical services to survivors of sexual assault. The Governor’s Office of Emergency Services oversees multiple initiatives addressing crime victim assistance, disaster recovery, and public safety, with this program specifically targeting trauma reduction and survivor support through structured, comprehensive services. The purpose of this program is to reduce the level of trauma experienced by survivors of sexual assault. Funding is directed to nonprofit organizations that provide comprehensive and supportive services to those affected. The program’s focus is on addressing both immediate and ongoing needs of survivors, ensuring access to resources that can assist with recovery, advocacy, and long-term support. This aligns with broader statewide efforts to strengthen victim services and improve the delivery of trauma-informed care. The scope of funding includes reimbursement-based support for eligible nonprofits that operate programs designed to address survivor needs. This reimbursement method ensures that expenditures align with program requirements and approved budgets. The program has a total of $610,412 available for allocation during the 2025–26 fiscal year, with one award expected. The estimated amount per award is described as dependent, meaning that the exact figure will be determined based on applications and program requirements. Since funding is tied to reimbursement, awardees must demonstrate eligible expenditures to receive funds. Eligibility for this program is limited to nonprofit organizations. Other entity types such as government agencies, educational institutions, or for-profit entities are not eligible. This narrow eligibility reflects the program’s design to directly strengthen nonprofit organizations working in the field of sexual assault response and survivor services. No matching funds are required, which reduces barriers to participation for smaller nonprofits that may not have the resources to secure additional funds. The application process requires that interested organizations submit a complete application by October 17, 2025, at 11:59 pm. There is no letter of intent requirement for this funding cycle. The anticipated award announcement date is November 10, 2025. The performance period for funded activities will run from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. Applications are submitted online through the state’s grants portal, with applicants encouraged to review the full grant guidelines to ensure compliance with program requirements. The program does not operate on a rolling basis, but the recurring nature of this funding suggests that similar opportunities may be available in future fiscal years. Applicants with questions are directed to contact Gina Madlangbayan at the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, available by phone at 1-916-845-8196 or via email at Gina.Madlangbayan@caloes.ca.gov. Additional resources, including the grant guidelines and online application portal, are accessible through the California Grants Portal. Organizations are encouraged to subscribe to grant updates for notification of future opportunities and program changes. This funding opportunity provides an important avenue for nonprofit organizations to strengthen their capacity to serve survivors and to contribute to the statewide goal of trauma reduction and comprehensive support for individuals affected by sexual assault.

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