WV News
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced Monday the awarding of more than $2.5 million in grants to support programs across West Virginia that address child abuse, neglect and sexual assault.
Of the total funding, more than $2.1 million was distributed among 22 programs focused on child abuse and neglect. Additionally, almost $400,000 was allocated for programs addressing and prosecuting sexual assault cases.
“These programs work tirelessly from the first report to the final resolution of a case,” Morrisey said. “This funding will support the men and women who provide life-changing services such as advocacy, education, forensic interviews, therapy and medical evaluations to West Virginia’s most vulnerable.”
The grant funding, administered by the Justice and Community Services Section of the West Virginia Division of Administrative Services, included awards to various organizations. Child Advocacy Center (CAC) grants were given to 22 programs, including Burlington United Methodist Family Services ($98,900), Cabell Huntington Hospital ($94,190), and CAMC Health Education & Research Institute ($120,013).