VOCA Administrators
OVC FY 2022 VOCA Victim Compensation Formula Grant
View Updated Performance Measures Information for OVC Grantees
September 30, 2021
OVC sets program goals and collects performance measures data that capture grantees’ achievements.
We encourage OVC grantees to view recently updated performance measures content for information and recorded webinars covering—
- reporting requirements and due dates;
- data collection, tracking, and analysis;
- the performance measures reporting process; and
- troubleshooting strategies.
The OVC Center for VOCA Administrators Introduction Video
The OVC Center for VOCA Administrators (The OVC VOCA Center) provides peer-to-peer technical assistance to meet the needs of VOCA Administrators. The OVC VOCA Center will broaden victim services to historically underserved communities, provide grant and financial management training and technical assistance, offer learning opportunities designed specifically for VOCA Administrators, and foster expanded accessibility and sustainability of VOCA programs.
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The OVC Center for VOCA Administrators
The OVC Center for VOCA Administrators provides no cost training and technical assistance to Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation Administrators and offers opportunities for expert consultation, peer-to-peer collaboration, problem-solving, training, and innovation. A resource library features toolkits, videos, and other materials to strengthen victim assistance and compensation programs and services. VOCA Administrators can request assistance by email at [email protected] or phone at 202-480-5551.
New Center Offers Support to VOCA Administrators
OVC Center for VOCA Administrators Launch: Remarks From OVC Director Kristina Rose
In this video, OVC Director Kristina Rose announces the launch of the OVC Center for VOCA Administrators. The Center provides technical support to strengthen the capacity of VOCA Administrators to administer VOCA formula victim assistance and victim compensation funds—the cornerstone of support for victims throughout the Nation. Visit the OVC Center for VOCA Administrators website.
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Documenting Salaries, Wages, and Fringe Benefits for Grant Funded Personnel
July 7, 2021
In response to inquiries from the field on how to document salaries, wages, and fringe benefits for grant funded personnel, OVC posted the following resource: Time and Effort Best Practices for VOCA-Funded Personnel.
The allocation or distribution of costs should be an after-the-fact accounting not based on estimates. Payroll records must reflect actual time spent on the activity or activities. Additionally...
Application Mechanics: VOCA Formula Application Submission in JustGrants Webinar Now Online
June 16, 2021
OVC recently posted the materials from a webinar to help OVC FY 2021 VOCA Victim Assistance Formula Grant and OVC FY 2021 VOCA Victim Compensation Formula Grant applicants understand the new two-phase application process. The webinar was hosted by OJP’s JustGrants experts.
OVC strongly encourages applicants review the materials in advance of submitting their formula grant applications:
A Vision for Equity in Victim Services: What Do the Data Tell Us About the Work Ahead?
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FY 2021 VOCA Assistance and Compensation Solicitations and Allocation Charts
June 1, 2021
The Office of Justice Programs has released the FY 2021 VOCA Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation allocation charts:
OVC Formula Chart: 2021 Crime Victims Fund Allocation – Assistance
OVC Formula Chart: 2021 Crime Victims Fund Allocation – Compensation
Refer to these allocation charts when applying for the FY 2021 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Assistance and Compensation formula solicitations. Applications for both solicitations are due by Monday...
OVC FY 2021 Building State Technology Capacity
OVC FY 2021 National Joint Training Conference for VOCA Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation Administrators (2022-2024)
Building Partnerships Toolkit
Charging and Certification of Sexual Assault Forensic Exams to Compensation Programs
February 19, 2021
A Copy of an Email Sent by Kathrina S. Peterson, OVC Deputy Director, on January 25, 2021
Good Afternoon Everyone,
We are providing the attached memorandum to provide clarification on the charging and certification of sexual assault forensic exams to the Crime Victims Fund Compensation Program. The Office of the Inspector General recommended that we provide clarification on this issue, particularly regarding...
Compensation and Crowdfunding/Check-ins with Grant Managers
February 17, 2021
A Copy of an Email Sent by Kathrina S. Peterson, OVC Deputy Director, on February 11, 2021
Good Evening Everyone,
The purpose of this email is to provide information about compensation and crowdfunding, and also offer an opportunity to all of you to have more “regular” check-ins with your grant managers.
Crowdfunding and Compensation: Some states have requested information about crowdfunding and...
2019 National Crime Victims' Rights Week Community Awareness Projects
Early September Updates: Automated Standard Application for Payments, VOCApedia, and Compensation Clarifications
A Copy of an Email Sent by Kathrina S. Peterson, OVC Deputy Director, on September 2, 2020
Good Evening Everyone,
I hope you are enjoying the conference so far. It is so exciting that we have almost 900 people to learn from – what a unique opportunity. In the midst of the conference activities, we have some important announcements we wanted to share with you...
Director Hart Discusses Opportunities to Support States at Administrators Conference
On Monday, August 31, 2020, Office for Victims of Crime Director Jessica E. Hart spoke at the 2020 Victims of Crime Act Administrators National Training Conference. This annual event hosts state Victims of Crime Act Administrators who manage formula victim compensation and assistance grant programs—the cornerstone of support for victims throughout the Nation.
Director Hart spoke about the importance of developing productive relationships with Administrators and...