Sdvc-2026 - statewide domestic violence coalition

The Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families awarded $370,000 to the Vermont Network Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Inc. on October 1, 2025, under the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act / State Domestic Violence Coalitions program (CFDA 93.591).

The Vermont Network, designated as Vermont's state domestic violence coalition, provides education, support, and technical assistance to domestic violence service providers throughout the state. The organization establishes and maintains an information clearinghouse and resource center on domestic violence, serves as the primary point of contact for domestic violence matters at the state level, and supports development of policies, protocols, and procedures to enhance domestic violence intervention and prevention statewide. The award covers the period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027, with performance in Vermont.

As a HHS-designated State Domestic Violence Coalition, the Vermont Network coordinates victim services and policy initiatives related to domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking, with emphasis on equity and access for underserved populations including youth of color, LGBTQ individuals, persons with disabilities, and those living in poverty. The organization receives additional federal funding through the U.S. Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women and other federal sources for specialized programming including legal assistance services, training and technical assistance, public education campaigns, and rape prevention and education initiatives.