OVC FY 2020 Services for Minor Victims of Sex Trafficking

This program is designed to develop, expand, and strengthen assistance programs for minor victims of sex trafficking. The goal is to achieve increased safety, self-sufficiency, and well-being for minor victims of sex trafficking. Services to be provided include residential care, emergency social services, case management, mental health counseling, legal services, and specialized training. The program requires a cash or in-kind match, which increases each year of the potential project period. Applicants must submit a project abstract, program narrative, budget detail worksheet, and certification regarding unauthorized expenditures and unallowable costs. The program has specific requirements for the provision of services, including the requirement that at least 67% of grant funds be used for subawards to nongovernmental organizations to provide residential care and services to minor victims of sex trafficking. • The program is authorized by 34 U.S.C. § 20702. • The program has a maximum award amount of $2 million. • The program has a project period of 12 months, with possible renewals for up to 3 additional years. • The program requires applicants to demonstrate experience providing services to victims of sex trafficking or related populations. • The program requires applicants to provide a plan for sustaining services beyond the grant period.