$5-million available for child victims of abuse, neglect, assault

Attorney General Marty Jackley

PIERRE, SD (KELO.com) — The state of South Dakota is making five-million dollars available to help children who’ve been abused or neglected, or have been victims of domestic or sexual assault.  The money was approved by the legislature and Governor earlier this year.  Attorney General Marty Jackley’s office begins taking applications for the funds today.

Organizations with questions can contact the Office of Attorney General’s Finance Office at ATGGrants@state.sd.us.  The grant application form can be found and downloaded at https://atg.sd.gov/OurOffice/Media/Publications/otherinfo.aspx#gsc.tab=0 under “Victim Grant Application.”