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?? Victim of Crime Act (VOCA) dollars are the only federal funding source available for services to all victims of crime and the funds are at a historical low. Without action, this decrease in funds will result in a decrease in the number of victims and survivors that are served. We must bridge the gap for the thousands of survivors served by VOCA. Support the #VOCABridge to ensure the sustainability of services throughout the Commonwealth. We must continue to support survivors and stabilize victim service programming across the state. To help us support the swift passage of H.4496 and its inclusion of the VOCA Bridge to ensure the sustainability of services for survivors: ? Access a full advocacy toolkit created by the Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance here: https://bit.ly/3KmFW7z ? Determine who your local and state representatives are. The toolkit will help you find this information if you are not sure. ? Pick your preferred line of communication and open the suggested script. ? Use the suggested script to connect with your local and state representatives. ? Don't forget to share this post! ?? #SupportSurvivors #VOCABridge #FullyFundVOCABridge #mapoli #SuffolkCAC #SuffolkCounty #ChildProtection #ChildSafety #ChildWellbeing #MassMOVA

If you are looking for federal funding sources to fund your #kinship program, the Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network has got what you need. Bookmark this comprehensive Federal Funding Primer and refer to it in the coming year.

**Iowa Steps Up to Support Crime Victims** It's heartening to see Iowa commit $5.5M to fill the funding void for crime victims. This injection of cash will undoubtedly make a significant difference in the lives of those affected by crime. The funding will be used to provide essential services, such as counseling, victim advocacy, and support for those who have been victims of crime. This is a crucial step forward in ensuring that crime victims receive the support they need to heal and recover. It's essential that governments take proactive measures to support those who have been affected by crime. This funding will not only help victims but also contribute to breaking the cycle of crime and promoting a safer community. Kudos to Iowa for taking this important step! #Iowa #CrimeVictims #SupportForVictims #CommunityFirst Source: https://lnkd.in/gMYAzX4g Update Date: 21 hours ago

?? CALL TO ACTION: Support the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act! The time is NOW for congressional leaders to protect victim services funding! Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grants provide essential support to survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse, and other crimes. But devastating cuts to these grants are threatening services in our communities. In FY24 alone, VOCA grants were slashed by 40%. Without immediate action, victims and service providers will face even greater challenges. We urgently need Congress to pass the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (S.4514/H.R. 8061) to restore funding and safeguard these vital resources. ?? Here’s why it matters: ??If Congress fails to act, statewide hotlines may close, leaving survivors with nowhere to turn. ??Advocates may lose their jobs, increasing wait times for critical counseling services. ??Essential programs like housing, legal aid, and shelters could be cut, pushing survivors into homelessness. Your voice is needed! Contact your Senator and Representative to demand action: 1?? Urge them to cosponsor and support S.4514/H.R. 8061. 2?? Share how these cuts are impacting survivors in your community. 3?? Spread the word to amplify this message! Together, we can ensure survivors get the support they need. Let’s make our voices heard! #SupportSurvivors #VOCA #CrimeVictimsFund #PassS4514 #PassHR8061

We need your help to protect vital services for victims of crime. The Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding has been cut by 40%, forcing programs like domestic violence shelters, rape crisis centers, and child abuse treatment programs to reduce services, lay off staff, or close their doors. This jeopardizes critical support for over 6 million victims annually. Congress has cut VOCA funding by nearly $600 million due to decreased deposits into the Crime Victims Fund (CVF). To address this crisis, we’re urging Members of Congress to co-sponsor and pass the bipartisan Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2024, which already has 190 cosponsors in the House and growing support in the Senate. How You Can Help: 1. Take action now by using the NNEDV Action Alert (https://lnkd.in/gTV73mvM) to send a pre-written email to your legislators. 2. Alternatively, email your representatives directly to share how these cuts affect victim service providers in your community. Every voice counts. Together, we can ensure victim service programs have the resources they need to continue providing life-saving support. Thank you for taking a stand!

The UCP's decision to dismantle 62 victim services units has left many communities without the grassroots support they need. Reports indicate that these volunteer led units were responsive and supportive, even offering support dogs to console children affected by violence. The question remains, why dismantle them? All funding will now be directed to 4 new entities, leaving many wondering about the UCP's priorities. Victim services are essential to the fabric of our communities, and it's time for answers. Ask your MLA why the UCP is destroying the very foundation of a caring community. #VictimServices #CommunitySupport #UCPDecision #GrassrootsPrograms

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While the timing is less than ideal for the release of our latest resource - we couldn't wait to share it! We are proud of our new federal funding primer and hope that it will be helpful to you in the coming year. Big thanks to Network Subject Matter Expert Steven Olender for his work compiling the primer containing an array of sources that can help kinship programs fund their service provision. Some of the included funding sources are well known, like Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and others are less commonly accessed for kinship services, such as Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funds. ?? Refer to the new primer at: https://lnkd.in/gu3kRT9Z #KinshipCare, #Grandfamilies

This is really important. I care deeply about my work and I know many of you also care about quality services in our community, justice, and healing for victims of violence. If you want to talk about this or support this effort - please send me a message. If you prefer to take immediate action, here's what you can do. 1) Please join us for this Rally on December 7th - make your voice heard to legislators and other elected officials. They serve you and our community and we can help educate them about this problem so that they can act. 2) Please donate if you can to support KCSARC. We want to be able to answer the call. 3) Come to our End of Year Webinar - to better understand the government funding issue, and explains what we are trying to do to solve it. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gq2bFkmG

Survivors of domestic and sexual violence deserve access to life-saving services. The Crime Victims Fund is critical in supporting shelters, crisis centers, and other essential services for victims. For True North of Columbia, this funding helps sustain emergency shelter, advocacy, and support services for survivors in our community. Join me in calling on Congress to pass the bipartisan Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (CVFS Act) before the end of the year. This act will redirect unused funds from the False Claims Act to stabilize the Crime Victims Fund, preventing further catastrophic cuts to domestic and sexual violence service providers nationwide. Without immediate action, organizations that provide vital services will face devastating cuts, leaving countless survivors without support. Call Congress today and urge them to protect these crucial resources!