Gila river indian community 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 Gila River Indian Community (GRIC) has been awarded a $288,498 Project Grant under the VOCA Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Program (CFDA 16.841) administered by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime (OVC). This grant, effective January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2028, will enable GRIC to implement comprehensive victim services that meet the needs identified by the tribal community and reflect its values and traditions. The funding supports a range of direct assistance, outreach, training, and capacity building activities to address the unique requirements of crime victims in the American Indian and Alaska Native communities served by GRIC. This aligns with the Congressional intent for the VOCA Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside, which was created in 2018 to improve services for victims of crime in tribal jurisdictions.

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.