Davids Secures New Grant to Deliver Emergency Shelter, Counseling, Legal Support for Kansas Crime Victims

Image September 28, 2026 Press Release Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $11,407,514 to the State of Kansas. The federal investment, which Davids voted to support, will directly fund victim assistance programs, providing essential support services — including crisis counseling, emergency shelter, legal advocacy, and therapy — to survivors of crime across Kansas. "When someone experiences a crime, they shouldn't have to figure out how to rebuild their life alone," said Davids. "Whether it's finding a safe place to stay in the middle of the night or having someone stand by your side in a courtroom, our local crisis centers and victim advocates do incredible, heavy work every single day. I was glad to vote for the funding that brought these dollars home to Kansas, and I'll keep working to make sure our local support networks and law enforcement have what they need to keep people safe and supported." Administered through the DOJ’s Victim Assistance Formula Grant program , funds are subgranted by the state to local, community-based nonprofits and public agencies that serve crime victims directly. The $11,407,514 award will support a range of critical services, including: Crisis Counseling & Therapy : Onsite emergency support, mental health counseling, and specialized trauma care for victims and survivors. Emergency Shelter & Relocation : Safe housing, emergency shelter, and basic needs assistance for domestic violence survivors and victims of crime. Legal Advocacy & Criminal Justice Support : In-person courtroom advocacy, legal aid, and help navigating the criminal justice process. Information & Referrals : 24/7 hotlines, emergency intervention, and referral networks for health, housing, and social services. This investment builds on Davids' long-standing effort to deliver federal public safety resources directly to Kansas communities. She has secured more than $27 million in law enforcement and safety grants for the Third District, including grants to recruit police officers in Olathe and Wyandotte County, to stop illicit fentanyl, and for officer mental health and emergency operations infrastructure across Johnson County. Federal funding for this grant was secured through the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026 , which Davids voted for earlier this year. Issues : Making Government Work for Kansans