Several area organizations were included in the latest round of federal grant funding aimed at supporting victims of crime.
The Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet says 88 agencies and organizations “that provide direct services to victims of crime and their families” will share $16 million in funding through the Victims of Crime Act Grant Program.
According to a release from the cabinet, the VOCA Grant Program supports direct assistance services to victims of child abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence. The funding also supports advocacy efforts for victims, civil legal aid, services for children and families affected by physical or sexual abuse, and survivors of human trafficking.
Among the latest recipients are:
-Baptist Health Hardin Foundation Inc., receiving $127,274
-CASA of the Heartland Inc., receiving $102,527
-Silverleaf Sexual Trauma Recovery Services Inc., receiving $367,250
-SpringHaven Inc., receiving $213,620
Learn more about the grant program and find a full list of funding recipients at justice.ky.gov.
