Womens Advocates Inc.

Womens Advocates Inc. is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporate entity based in St. Paul, Minnesota, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since 2007. The organization specializes in providing comprehensive support services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking, with a primary focus on addressing homelessness and supporting vulnerable populations. As a domestic shelter and non-profit organization, Womens Advocates Inc. has established itself as a critical resource for victims seeking safety, housing assistance, and holistic support services in the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

Through federal grant awards, Womens Advocates Inc. has consistently secured funding from multiple federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women (OVW), and the Office of Justice Programs' Victims of Crime division. The organization has received Project Grants totaling over $1.6 million across various programs, focusing on transitional housing, emergency shelter facilities, and specialized services like a Pet Foster Program. These grants have enabled Womens Advocates Inc. to provide 18 scattered-site transitional housing units, offer case management, rental assistance, safety planning, mental health services, and housing advocacy. The organization has also received sub-grants from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for direct services to crime victims, demonstrating its collaborative approach to supporting survivors. Key federal grant programs supporting their work include the Continuum of Care Program, Transitional Housing Assistance Grants, and Crime Victim Assistance/Discretionary Grants, which collectively support the organization's mission of helping survivors secure permanent housing, achieve economic self-sufficiency, and recover from traumatic experiences.