OVC FY2026 Invited to Apply Antiterrorism and Emergency Assistance Program for Crime Victim Compensation and/or Assistance ? East Lansing, Michigan

The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) is issuing a single‑award, non‑competitive grant under the Antiterrorism Emergency Assistance Program (AEAP) to support victims of mass violence or terrorism in East Lansing, Michigan. The grant can combine up to four funding streams—crisis response, consequence management, criminal‑justice support, and victim compensation—into one award. Eligible entities are limited to those directly invited by OVC; the program seeks to supplement existing VOCA resources when an incident overwhelms local capacity. Recipients will provide supplemental services, compensation, and assistance to victims, and may receive up to the full ceiling of $3,964,898. The application window is extremely short (August 24‑27, 2026), and only one award is anticipated. • Funding source: Antiterrorism Emergency Reserve (CFDA 16.321) • Grant type: Single‑award, non‑competitive grant (AEAP) • Target location: East Lansing, Michigan (state‑wide eligibility not indicated) • Eligible applicants: Only those specifically invited by OVC (no open competition) • Possible funding components: crisis response, consequence management, criminal‑justice support, victim compensation • Estimated total award ceiling: $3,964,898 • Application deadline: August 27, 2026 (midnight EDT) • Contact: OJP Response Center (phone 800‑851‑3420, email [email protected])