MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $1.5 million to agencies in south-central Alabama to help victims of domestic violence heal and prosecute offenders.
“Victims of domestic violence and other forms of abuse deserve the support needed to overcome the mental and physical scars left by crimes committed against them,” Gov. Ivey said. “These agencies have a proven track record of holding abusers accountable for their crimes as well as helping those in need overcome their past and go on to lead healthy, productive lives.”
Gov. Ivey awarded the grants from funds provided to the state by the U.S. Department of Justice. The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is administering the awards.
“ADECA joins Gov. Ivey in supporting these agencies for their compassionate and dedicated assistance to victims of these terrible crimes,” ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell said.
Awarded funds are:
One Place Family Justice Center – $523,723
Based in Montgomery, One Place assists victims of abuse, including sexual assault, child abuse, domestic violence, trafficking, stalking and harassment. The agency serves victims in Autauga, Butler, Crenshaw, Dallas, Elmore, Lowndes, Montgomery, Perry and Wilcox counties.
Montgomery Area Family Violence Program – $645,458
Also known as the Family Sunshine Center, the nonprofit agency aids victims in Autauga, Butler, Chilton, Crenshaw, Elmore, Lowndes and Montgomery counties with shelter and other services. The center specializes in assistance to victims of domestic violence, harassment, elder and child abuse as well as identity theft and financial crimes.
Selma and Blackbelt Regional Abuse (SABRA) Sanctuary – $94,500
The Selma-based organization provides shelter, judicial assistance and advocacy, transportation and other services for victims in Dallas, Greene, Marengo, Perry, Sumter and Wilcox counties.
Domestic Violence Intervention Center – $149,423
The center, based in Opelika, provides safe shelter, case management assistance, counseling and other services for victims in Chambers, Lee, Macon, Randolph and Tallapoosa counties.
Rape Counselors of East Alabama – $124,112
The agency provides counseling, advocacy and other support services for victims of abuse in Chambers, Lee, Macon, Randolph, Russell, and Tallapoosa counties.
ADECA administers a wide range of programs that support law enforcement, victim programs, economic development, water resource management, energy conservation and recreation.
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