Algaaciq tribal government 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 Algaaciq Tribal Government received a $219,402 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) under the VOCA Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Program (CFDA 16.841). The grant will be used by the tribe to implement culturally-appropriate victim services that address the needs identified by the St. Mary's, Alaska community. This aligns with the congressional intent of the VOCA Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside, which was created in 2018 to improve services for victims of crime in tribal communities. The funding will support a range of victim services, such as advocacy, shelter, counseling, and legal assistance, tailored to reflect the tribe's values and traditions. The three-year project period runs from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2027.

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.