New Mexico
Edward Byrne Formula Grant
The goal of this grant program is to fund projects that will reduce violent crime and illegal drug use.
Department of Public Safety
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1628
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone: (505) 827-3420
Fax: (505) 827-3398
Funds are available in February and are publicized through newspapers, regional meetings, State directory, and public notifications. The funding process is competitive and open to local or State government programs. The funding cycle/project period is 12 months. Technical assistance is available through regional workshops.
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Family Violence Prevention and Services Act
The goal of this grant program is to fund programs that prevent family violence and provide immediate shelter and assistance for victims of family violence.
Children, Youth and Families Department
Mailing Address: P.O. Drawer 5160
Santa Fe, NM 87502
Phone: (505) 624-6004
Fax: (505) 624-6190
(Contact Grant Administrator for information regarding State funding process.)
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Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant
The goal of this grant program is to fund prevention efforts, exclusively, to reduce the incidence of sexual violence.
Health Services Division
Mailing Address: 1190 St. Francis Drive
Santa Fe, NM 87502
Phone: (505) 827-2331
Fax: (505) 827-2329
Funds are available in January and are publicized by a Request for Proposal (RFP) advertisement. The funding process is open/competitive within Federal guidelines and the funding cycle/project period is 12 months. Technical assistance is available on request.
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STOP Violence Against Women Act
The goal of this grant program is to fund projects that build partnerships with law enforcement, victims services, and prosecution for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
Crime Victims Reparation Commission
Mailing Address: 8100 Mountain Rd., Ste. 106
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone: (505) 841-9432
Fax: (505) 841-9437
As available, funds are publicized by an agency newsletter, notice placed in the newspaper, and mailings to previous applicants. The funding process is open/competitive with priority given to projects consisting of a coordinated community effort. The funding cycle/project period is 12–13 months. Technical assistance is available on request.
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VOCA Victim Assistance
The goal of this grant program is to fund programs providing direct services to victims of violent crime.
Crime Victims Reparation Commission
Mailing Address: 8100 Mountain Rd., Ste. 106
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone: (505) 841-9432
Fax: (505) 841-9437
Funds are available in February and are publicized by an agency newsletter, notice placed in the newspaper, and mailings to previous applicants. The funding process is open/competitive with priority given to currently funded programs. The funding cycle is July–June. Technical assistance is available through a workshop in February.
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Children’s Justice Act Grant Program
The goal of this grant program is to develop, establish, and operate programs designed to improve the handling of child abuse cases and improve the investigation and prosecution of child abuse cases.
Children, Youth, and Families Department
Mailing Address: Post Office Drawer 5160
Santa Fe, NM 87502-5160
Phone: (505) 827-7625
Fax: (505) 827-7914
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