Family Violence Prevention and Services Discretionary Grant Program/ National Indigenous Domestic Violence Hotline

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through its Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Family Violence Prevention and Services (OFVPS), is forecasting a discretionary grant opportunity to support the establishment and operation of the National Indigenous Domestic Violence Hotline. This initiative falls under the Family Violence Prevention and Services Discretionary Grant Program. The cooperative agreement aims to improve access to critical services for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals and communities impacted by domestic and dating violence. The hotline will serve adult and youth victims, their family members, and others affected by such violence. The overarching purpose of this grant is to provide direct crisis intervention, safety planning, and referral services for Indigenous communities across the United States. The hotline will serve as a critical entry point into the broader support ecosystem by offering referrals to domestic violence shelters, outreach programs, social service providers, legal assistance entities, and other related support systems. Special attention will be given to providing culturally appropriate and trauma-informed services tailored to the unique needs of Indigenous populations. The grantee will be expected to work closely with ACF to ensure coordinated delivery of services and adherence to the program’s objectives. Funding will be awarded through a cooperative agreement structure, allowing for substantial involvement by ACF in the implementation process. The anticipated total funding available for this program is $2,998,125, with one award expected. The award ceiling and floor are set at $2,998,125 and $2,000,000 respectively, indicating a high level of investment in a single entity to ensure comprehensive national service coverage. No matching funds are required for this opportunity. Eligible applicants include Native American tribal organizations (excluding federally recognized tribal governments) and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education. Faith-based and community organizations that meet these eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply. Applications from individuals or foreign entities will not be considered. All applications will undergo merit review as outlined in federal regulations. The estimated application open date is June 16, 2025, with the final submission deadline being July 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time. The award is expected to be announced on August 29, 2025, with a project start date of September 30, 2025. As this is a forecasted opportunity, applicants are advised to monitor updates to confirm finalized dates and application materials. For additional information or inquiries, applicants may contact Lennisha Pinckney at (202) 545-4930 or Lennisha.Pinckney@acf.hhs.gov, and Aimee Turner at (202) 729-3632 or Aimee.Turner@acf.hhs.gov. The grant opportunity number for reference is HHS-2025-ACF-OFVPS-EV-0004, and it is listed under Assistance Listing 93.592. This funding opportunity demonstrates a significant commitment by the federal government to address domestic violence in Indigenous communities through direct support services.