Consideration of acceptance of FY 2026 General Victim Assistance Grant Program - Victims Assistance Coordinator and Outreach Project grant award from the Office of the Governor's Public Safety Office - Criminal Justice Division, submitted by Professional Services

The Galveston County Commissioners Court is considering the acceptance of the FY 2026 General Victim Assistance Grant Program award. This grant, totaling $167,754.25, is from the Office of the Governor's Public Safety Office - Criminal Justice Division. The grant will fund the Victim Assistance Coordinator and Outreach Project, which provides crucial services to victims of crime in Galveston County. These services include crisis counseling, assistance with protective orders and compensation claims, safety planning, and court accompaniment. The grant award is $133,891.85, with a county contribution of $33,862.40. The project aims to assist approximately 1,800 victims annually, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations in rural areas. The grant period is from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026.