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Closed on Oct 14, 2026

OVC FY 2026 Improving Outcomes for Child and Youth Victims of Human Trafficking

Office for Victims of Crime · Opportunity number O-OVC-2026-172695

Details summarized from the official notice as of Oct 15, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Oct 14, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberO-OVC-2026-172695
AgencyOffice for Victims of Crime
Department of Justice
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)16.320
PostedAug 20, 2026
DeadlineOct 14, 2026
Award ceiling$1,600,000
Expected number of awards4
Estimated total program funding$6,811,032
Cost sharing or matching requiredYes
Funding typeGrant
CategoryIncome security and social services
Last updated hereOct 15, 2026

Summary from the notice

This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the FY 2026 Improving Outcomes for Child and Youth Victims of Human Trafficking. The purpose of this program is to improve outcomes for children and youth who are victims of human trafficking by integrating human trafficking policy and programming at the state or Tribal level and enhancing coordinated, multidisciplinary, and statewide approaches to all forms of trafficking as defined by 22 U.S.C. ยง 7102(11).

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Federally recognized tribal governments
  • State governments

Who should take a closer look

  • State governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • Local governments
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Cost sharing: this notice requires cost sharing or matching funds. Check the notice for the required share and what counts toward it.

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

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