Ywca Of Eastern Union County Inc.

The YWCA of Eastern Union County Inc., registered in SAM.gov since 2009, is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporate entity focused on providing critical support services for victims of domestic violence and other vulnerable populations in Union County, New Jersey. As a domestic shelter organization, the YWCA-EUC primarily receives federal grant awards that support legal assistance, victim services, and community intervention programs targeting women experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, and related challenges.

Through multiple federal grant awards, the organization has consistently received funding from agencies like the Office on Violence Against Women, the Department of Justice, and the New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety to implement comprehensive support services. The YWCA has been awarded significant grants such as a $400,000 Legal Assistance for Victims (LAV) Grant to establish legal representation for domestic violence victims, covering matters including restraining orders, child support, child custody, and immigration cases. Additionally, the organization receives sub-awards through the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) programs, which enable them to provide immediate intervention services, work with local law enforcement, support crime victims, and offer physical and emotional support to primary and secondary victims. These grants have consistently focused on advancing victim services, enhancing legal support, and providing critical community-based interventions for women experiencing domestic violence and related challenges.