Connections For Abused Women And Their Children

Connections For Abused Women & TH EIR Children is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporate entity registered in SAM.gov since 2009, focusing on domestic violence prevention and support services. Located in Chicago, Illinois, the organization is dedicated to providing critical assistance to victims of domestic violence through comprehensive support programs. As a domestic shelter and non-profit organization, the entity has established itself as a key provider of essential social services targeting vulnerable populations experiencing domestic abuse.

The organization has consistently received federal grant awards primarily through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Healthcare Systems Bureau. Its grant awards predominantly center on family violence prevention, social services block grants, and culturally specific services programs. Notable recent awards include a $1,000,000 Congressional Directives project grant in September 2024 supporting domestic violence prevention services. The organization has developed strong partnerships with state-level agencies such as the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority and the Illinois Department of Human Service, which have provided multiple sub-grant awards. These sub-awards consistently focus on areas like family violence prevention, social service block grants, and culturally specific services, enabling Connections For Abused Women & TH EIR Children to deliver emergency shelter, counseling, case management, and comprehensive support services to domestic violence victims across Illinois.