VAWA — Domestic Violence Survivor Assistance

Administered by Office on Violence Against Women (DOJ) · thehotline.org

Violence Against Women Act funds emergency shelters, legal advocates, transitional housing, and relocation assistance for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

Eligibility requirements

✓Survivor of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or trafficking
✓No income requirement
✓Confidential services available

Insider tip

Call the National DV Hotline (1-800-799-7233) to be connected to local services. You don't have to be in immediate danger to call — planning and safety resources are available to anyone.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at thehotline.org →

Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.

Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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