Grant supporting capital projects relating to violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence (VAWDASV).
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What funding is available?
Grants are available up to:
- £450,000 for new properties to deliver refuges, counselling spaces, or hubs
- £350,000 for all other purchases
About the grant
The VAWDASV grant is a capital only grant scheme.
Capital projects must fit within the 6 objectives of the Welsh Government's 2022 to 2026 VAWDASV strategy.
Who can apply for the grant?
- Third sector organisations
- Local authorities
- Other public bodies
- Health boards
We will not accept applications from private sector organisations and businesses.
Required criteria
Capital grants are available for:
- property purchase
- acquisition of sustainable assets benefiting service users for a minimum of 10 years
- refurbishment and adaptation projects to enhance inclusivity and accessibility
- upgrades to refuge spaces, move-on provision, and service user office spaces
- projects aimed at service improvement, including working with children and young people (victims and those displaying harmful behaviour)
- one-stop-shop services addressing perpetration and victim support
- victim safety initiatives
- enhancements to service user areas and equipment
- digital and IT equipment, where it directly supports service users (please discuss digital requests with your Regional Advisor)
How to apply
Assessment of bids
Welsh Government officials will assess applications:
- Sift 1: check all information is complete (including quotations / valuations).
- Sift 2: score projects against criteria, including alignment with the Welsh Government VAWDASV Strategic Objectives, to determine they meet the aims of the capital grant scheme.