Protecting Women and Girls through Founding and Replication of Existing Long-Term Safe Homes
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The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH) Office on Women's Health (OWH) announces the anticipated availability of funds for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 grants under the authority of section 229 of the Public Health Service (PHS) Act (42 U. S. C. § 237a) and section 1703(a) of the PHS Act (42 U. S. C. § 300u-2(a)). Those grants are funded through the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026. This notice solicits applications for initiatives that seek to address sexual violence by founding or replicating new safe homes for sexually exploited and/or abused women or girls. These safe homes must provide longer-term housing for months or years–sufficient to serve the rehabilitative needs of the populations served–as opposed to emergency shelter, along with comprehensive multidisciplinary care that addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and educational needs of the girls and women they serve. Grantees are expected to strengthen partnerships between state- and/or community-level providers which may include healthcare systems, domestic or sexual violence organizations, law enforcements, behavioral health providers, substance use disorder treatment providers, or education providers. By partnering with healthcare and community organizations, these safe homes would improve healthcare providers' ability to help victims of violence and improve prevention of further violence and re-traumatization by.
The Protecting Women and Girls through Founding and Replication of Existing Long-Term Safe Homes grant program is a federal initiative funded through the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education. This grant program is designed for organizations seeking to establish new or replicate existing safe homes that provide long-term residential support—spanning months or years—for sexually exploited and abused women and girls. Unlike emergency shelters, these facilities must deliver comprehensive multidisciplinary care addressing physical, psychological, emotional, social, and educational needs of residents. The program prioritizes organizations that can strengthen partnerships across state and community-level providers, including healthcare systems, domestic and sexual violence organizations, law enforcement agencies, behavioral health providers, substance use disorder treatment services, and education providers. By fostering these collaborative networks, grantees enhance healthcare providers' capacity to serve violence victims while reducing re-traumatization and preventing further violence. Entrepreneurs and social enterprises in the victim services, healthcare, and social services sectors should apply if they can demonstrate the capacity to operate sustainable long-term housing with integrated support services. This is an excellent opportunity for mission-driven organizations ready to scale proven safe home models or launch innovative approaches to trauma-informed residential care for vulnerable populations.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
July 20, 2026
Award Amount
$500K - $1.9M
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Grant Amount
$500K - $1.9M
Deadline
2026-07-20
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Annual
Best For
Nonprofits, healthcare systems, and social enterprises establishing or replicating long-term safe homes for sexually exploited and abused women and girls
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Protecting Women and Girls through Founding and Replication of Existing Long-Term Safe Homes?
Eligibility criteria are not specified in the available program information. Organizations interested in applying should visit the official Office on Women's Health (OWH) website or the Federal grants portal for detailed eligibility requirements, which typically include organizational status, capacity requirements, and programmatic qualifications.
How much funding does Protecting Women and Girls through Founding and Replication of Existing Long-Term Safe Homes provide?
Funding ranges from $500,000 to $1,900,000 for FY 2026. The specific amount awarded may depend on project scope, organizational capacity, and geographic service area. Contact the Office on Women's Health for details about funding levels for individual projects.
How do I apply for Protecting Women and Girls through Founding and Replication of Existing Long-Term Safe Homes?
Applications are submitted through the federal grants management system. The application deadline for FY 2026 is July 20, 2026. Prospective applicants should review the full Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) on the Office on Women's Health official website or Grants.gov for complete application instructions, required documentation, and submission procedures.
What can Protecting Women and Girls through Founding and Replication of Existing Long-Term Safe Homes funding be used for?
Grants support the founding of new or replication of existing long-term safe homes for sexually exploited and abused women and girls. Funds support comprehensive multidisciplinary care including physical, psychological, emotional, social, and educational services. Grantees must also develop and strengthen partnerships with healthcare systems, violence organizations, law enforcement, behavioral health providers, substance use disorder treatment services, and education providers to enhance integrated support and prevent re-traumatization.
Last updated: July 5, 2026