Federal Grant Award Summary

Ayuda, a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit organization, received a $500,000 Project Grant award from the Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women under the Transitional Housing Assistance Grants for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalking, or Sexual Assault program (CFDA 16.736), effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2028. The award funds a transitional housing initiative providing 30 scattered-site housing units operated through private landlord arrangements in urban and suburban regions of Washington, D.C., serving up to 30 survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking and their families.

The project delivers victim-centered transitional housing and comprehensive supportive services designed to move homeless survivors and those in need of housing assistance toward permanent housing stability. Services include rental and utility assistance, case management, safety planning, childcare, transportation, career counseling, and financial and credit counseling. Clients will receive assistance for a minimum of 6 months and maximum of 24 months, with services tailored to address the needs of underserved populations in the region. Ayuda collaborates with the Next Step Public Charter School in implementing this initiative.