Pretty Bird Woman House

Pretty Bird Woman House is a Native American-owned, non-profit organization registered as a corporate entity with tax-exempt status. Located in South Dakota, the organization focuses on providing critical support services for victims of domestic violence within Native American communities. As a domestic shelter, Pretty Bird Woman House is dedicated to addressing family violence prevention and supporting survivors through comprehensive, culturally sensitive assistance programs.

The organization has consistently received federal grant awards from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families, primarily focusing on family violence prevention and supportive services. Between 2020 and 2024, Pretty Bird Woman House has been awarded multiple formula and block grants totaling approximately $2.026 million, with grant periods typically spanning three to five years. These grants, including the Family Violence Prevention and Services/Domestic Violence Shelter and Supportive Services program (CFDA 93.671), enable the organization to operate a domestic violence shelter, provide direct support services to victims, and implement primary and secondary prevention initiatives. The grants specifically support efforts to increase awareness, offer shelter, and deliver comprehensive supportive services to family violence victims in South Dakota, with a particular emphasis on serving Native American communities. The consistent funding and multi-year grant awards demonstrate the federal government's recognition of Pretty Bird Woman House's critical role in addressing domestic violence and supporting survivors.