Texas Governor Perry Awards $26 Million from Victims of Crime Act Funds

Aug. 10, 2007 -- AUSTIN – Texas Governor Rick Perry awarded more than $26 million to more than 200 programs to help victims of crime throughout the state. These grants are awarded under the federal Victims of Crime Act Fund (VOCA) and distributed by the Governor's Criminal Justice Division (CJD) within the guidelines of their victim restoration program.

“These funds will support programs that protect victims, administer justice, and provide a safer living environment for all residents of Texas, particularly our most vulnerable citizens and Texas youth,” Perry said.

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These funds are awarded according to Perry’s victim restoration strategy to restore crime victims to full physical, mental and emotional health. To achieve this, CJD promotes collaboration and coordination among local service systems that involve multiple disciplines and support seamless delivery of various services that focus on each individual’s return to wellness.

VOCA funding supports programs that address family violence, child abuse and sexual assault, and provide support services to help victims recover from the effects of crime through counseling, advocacy and intervention.

Each year, the Officer of the Governor awards more than $113 million in grants for a variety of juvenile justice, criminal justice, and victim services programs.

For information on programs receiving VOCA grants in your region, visit:

http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/pressreleases/files/VOCA...

Source: Texas Governor