Stillaguamish tribe of indians of washington 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…

The Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians received a $251,383 FY 2023 Project Grant award from the Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) under the Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside (CFDA 16.841) Program. This funding will enable the Tribe to implement comprehensive victim services that align with community needs and tribal values and traditions. Allowable activities under the grant include direct assistance, outreach, training, and capacity building for culturally-appropriate victim service programs serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The multi-year grant period runs from January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2026.

Stillaguamish tribe of indians of washington 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. 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.