MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $2.3 million in grants to six Alabama agencies that provide essential services to survivors of abuse, sexual assault, and other types of violence. The funding will support efforts to aid survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and child abuse in various counties across the state.
“Violence against any individual is an abhorrent act, and offenders should be arrested and punished. Victims, meanwhile, deserve to have access to services that support them through these terrible ordeals and helps heal the physical and mental scars they suffer,” Gov. Ivey said. “I am awarding these funds with confidence that these agencies will provide the essential assistance that these victims require.”
The grants are funded through the U.S. Department of Justice and administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA).
“ADECA is pleased to partner with Gov. Ivey and these agencies to help victims successfully overcome their ordeals and achieve normal and peaceful lives,” said ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell.
The following organizations have been awarded grants:
- Alabama Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) – $1.43 million
- Russell County Child Advocacy Center – $54,087
- Southeast Alabama Child Advocacy Center – $172,387
- Montgomery Area Family Violence Program (Family Sunshine Center) – $217,476
- One Place of the Shoals – $96,000
- The House of Ruth – $365,114
