Federal grants can save the lives of abuse victims. $200 million is sitting unspent.

In the local area, federal funds intended to support victims of domestic violence and other forms of gender-based violence remain unspent. The amount totals over $200 million, which was allocated for

Federal grants can save the lives of abuse victims. $200 million is sitting unspent.
In the local area, federal funds intended to support victims of domestic violence and other forms of gender-based violence remain unspent. The amount totals over $200 million, which was allocated for the last fiscal year. This money was meant to go to nonprofits and other entities that provide a safety net for those affected. The Office on Violence Against Women, part of the Department of Justice, is responsible for administering these grants. The office received $713 million from Congress for fiscal 2025, but only $472 million has been distributed so far. Further details on the allocation and distribution of these funds are available from The 19th, which analyzed publicly available documents to determine the amount of unspent funds.

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