Sdvc-2026 - statewide domestic violence coalition

The Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families awarded $370,000 to the American Samoa Alliance Against Domestic And Sexual Violence (doing business as Alliance For Strengthening Families) on October 1, 2025, under the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act / State Domestic Violence Coalitions program (CFDA 93.591).

The award funds the coalition to provide education, support, and technical assistance to domestic violence service providers; serve as an information clearinghouse and primary point of contact on domestic violence for the territory; and support development of policies, protocols, and procedures to enhance domestic violence intervention and prevention. The recipient operates as the HHS-designated territorial domestic violence and sexual assault coalition for American Samoa, delivering victim services coordination, training and technical assistance to member organizations, public education campaigns, and multi-agency collaboration activities addressing violence against women and vulnerable populations.

The award carries a period of performance from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027, with place of performance in the United States. This is a formula grant; funds are awarded directly to the designated coalition and drawn down through an account established by the Division of Payment Management. Recipients must maintain financial and program records in accordance with 45 CFR Part 75.