The purpose of this grant program is to provide culturally responsive services to crime victims and survivors from communities that have been historically underserved; marginalized; adversely affected…

This federal Project Grant award of $200,000.00 from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office for Victims of Crime (CFDA 16.582 - Crime Victim Assistance/Discretionary Grants program) will enable Hogar Ruth, Inc., a domestic shelter and non-profit organization in Puerto Rico, to provide culturally responsive services to survivors of gender-based violence. The funding will support the organization's efforts to address the unique linguistic and cultural barriers faced by Hispanic and Spanish-speaking victims in underserved communities across northern, coastal, and rural regions of Puerto Rico. Specifically, the grant will cover medical costs, housing-related expenses, transportation, employment training, educational supplies, and emergency relocation services for this vulnerable population. The award period runs from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2026.

The purpose of this grant program is to provide culturally responsive services to crime victims and survivors from communities that have been historically underserved; marginalized; adversely affected by inequality; and disproportionately impacted by crime, violence, and victimization. With this funding, hogar ruth, INC., will provide services for survivors of gender-based violence in puerto rico. The project willprovide support for medical costs, housing-related costs, transportation expenses, employment training, educational supplies, and emergency relocations.