Venetie village will use this FY 2024 tvssa award to implement services for victims of crime that meet needs identified by the community and reflect tribal community values and traditions

The Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) awarded a $219,402 Project Grant under the VOCA Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Program (CFDA 16.841) to Venetie Village. The grant funding will enable Venetie Village to implement a range of services for victims of crime that meet the needs identified by the community and reflect the tribal values and traditions. This aligns with the congressional intent for the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside, which was created in 2018 to improve services for victims of crime in tribal communities. The funding will be used over a project period from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2028 to deliver culturally appropriate victim services and support programs tailored to the specific requirements of the Venetie Village community.

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.