Save the Date! Prop KK Funding Opportunity
The CY 2027 Prop KK Limited Grant Program Funds opportunity will launch on March 16, 2026. The use of these funds will be limited to projects that will provide direct emergency financial assistance to crime victims. Awards will be for a one-year grant period and range from $100,000 to $200,000.
All materials related to the CY 2027 Prop KK Limited Grant Program Funds opportunity will be made available on OVP's Open Funding Opportunities webpage on March 16th. If you have questions, contact cvsgrants@state.co.us
Evergreen Resiliency Center
The Evergreen Resiliency Center (ERC) is available to support healing and recovery after the tragedy of September 10, 2025 in Evergreen, CO. The ERC is a safe and supportive place for students, faculty, family members, and community members. They offer help with finding resources, support with crime victim compensation applications, connections to counseling and mental health services, and providing a welcoming gathering space for the school community.
The ERC offers:
- Supportive & Healing Spaces
- Recovery-Focused Activities & Learning Opportunities (hosted in partnership)
- Academic & Practical Support (space and coordination)
- Resource Navigation & Advocacy
- Community Healing & Connection
- Safety, Empowerment & Voice (partner-hosted offerings)
The ERC is located at 5120 CO Road 73, Evergreen CO. 80439 (The Yellow House) and is open Monday through Friday, from 7:00am to 7:00pm. Visit the ERC's website to learn more.
COSAK Track and SAVE Semi-Annual Report
The OVP recently published the first legislative report for the Colorado Sexual Assault Kit Tracking System (COSAK Track) and the Sexual Assault Victim Emergency Payment Program (SAVE).
The COSAK Track system was launched in June 2025. This system allows victims of sexual assault to anonymously monitor the status and location of their sexual assault evidence kit; obtain information about resources and locate law enforcement contact information. The semi-annual report is available on the COSAK Track website. Victims can learn more about tracking their kit and access additional resources on the TrackIt website.
Compliance Corner
Policies: Do You Have What It Takes?
Managing grants may seem straightforward, but a common pitfall for grantees is lacking the proper policies and procedures. Does your organization have the necessary framework in place?
Grants always come with "strings attached." Beyond reporting and documentation, you must maintain specific policies mandated by Title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulations (2 CFR)—the Uniform Guidance governing administrative, cost, and audit rules.
Federal Requirements (2 CFR)
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Financial Management:
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Procurement:
- purchasing standards (Even if you aren't currently making purchases with grant funds, you are still required to have purchasing policies (including thresholds)) (§ 200.318)
- conflict of interest disclosures. (§ 200.318(c)(1))
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Personnel & Compensation:
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Administrative & Compliance:
- travel (§ 200.475)
- subrecipient monitoring (if you’re acting as a pass-through of funds, you have subrecipients) (§ 200.332)
- whistleblower protections (§ 200.217)
- cybersecurity/PII protection (§ 200.303(e))
Department of Justice (DOJ) Specifics
If your federal funding flows through the DOJ, you must comply with both 2 CFR and specific DOJ requirements, including:
- Confidentiality
- Suitability to Interact with Minors
State Grants & Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S.)
Operating under a state grant? Requirements still apply. These are outlined within your specific grant agreement and detailed within your specific grant agreement - see Exhibit B (Grant Requirements) and Exhibit C (Special Conditions) along with the Colorado Revised Statutes. For example, C.R.S. requires a policy for the Protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
Take Action: Conduct an Inventory
Unsure where you stand? Now is the time to audit your policy library. If you find a gap, don't reinvent the wheel—reach out to OVP’s monitors for samples and guidance.
Free Masks
The Office for Victims Programs has boxes of N95 masks available for pick-up at our office in Lakewood (700 Kipling St. Lakewood, CO 80215). To request these supplies and coordinate a pick-up time, fill out this brief supply request form. For questions, email cdps.ovpconnect@state.co.us.
Join the CVS Advisory Board
The Crime Victim Services (CVS) Advisory Board is a 28-member board appointed by the Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Public Safety. The Board acts in an advisory capacity to the Department and the Division of Criminal Justice in making grant funding recommendations regarding State VALE, SASP, VAWA, and VOCA crime victim assistance projects.
The CVS Advisory Board is seeking applications for the following representatives:
- Victims Compensation Board Representative
- Ute Mountain Ute Tribal Government Representative
- Southern Ute Tribal Government Representative
Learn more about the Board and submit an application on our Crime Victim Services Advisory Board webpage.
Grantee Resources
CY 2026 Grant Reporting Schedules
Post Award Trainings
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