Native village of buckland will use this FY 2023 tvssa award to implement services for victims of crime that meet needs identified by the community and reflect tribal community values and traditions

The Native Village of Buckland has been awarded a $251,383 Project Grant under the FY 2023 VOCA Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Program (CFDA 16.841) administered by the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Justice Programs. This 3-year grant will enable the tribe to implement comprehensive victim services that meet the needs identified by the Buckland community and align with tribal values and traditions. Allowable grant activities under this program include direct assistance, outreach, training, and capacity building for victim service programs. The funding will support the development and enhancement of culturally-appropriate services for American Indian and Alaska Native crime victims in the Buckland area.

This aligns with the congressional intent for the set-aside from the CVF, which was created in 2018 to improve services for victims of crime in tribal communities. OVC administers the tvssa via a formula. Tvssa funds may be used for any purpose directly related to serving victims of crime.