Angoon community association 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 Angoon Community Association (ACA) was awarded a $219,402 Project Grant under the U.S. Department of Justice's Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Program (CFDA 16.841). The grant, effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2028, will enable ACA to implement services for victims of crime that meet the needs identified by the Angoon, Alaska community and reflect tribal values and traditions. This aligns with the Congressional intent to improve victim services in tribal communities through the Crime Victims Fund set-aside created in 2018. The grant funding may be used for any purpose directly related to serving victims of crime, such as victim advocacy, shelter, counseling, and legal assistance tailored to the specific requirements of the Angoon tribal 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.