OVC FY 2026 Preventing Trafficking of Girls

The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) is issuing a FY 2026 funding opportunity to support prevention and early‑intervention services for girls at risk of, or who have experienced, human trafficking. Up to seven awards will be made, each with a ceiling of $500,000, for a total estimated funding pool of $3,511,939. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, tribal entities, public housing authorities, and nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations. The grant aims to fund programs that educate, raise awareness, provide direct services, and develop community‑based strategies to prevent trafficking of girls. • Funding type: Grant (CFDA 16.035 – Preventing Trafficking of Girls) • Application window: 20 Aug 2026 – 29 Sep 2026 • Number of awards: 7 (estimated) • Maximum award per recipient: $500,000 (no minimum) • Target activities: prevention education, early‑intervention outreach, victim services, community partnership development • Eligible entities: state, county, city, tribal governments, public housing authorities, nonprofit 501(c)(3) and higher‑education institutions • No cost‑sharing required; reporting and compliance per OVC grant guidelines.