HALT Human Trafficking Fund
The HALT Human Trafficking Fund was created in response to the increase in incidences of Human Trafficking in Nebraska. Human Trafficking is the business of stealing freedom for profit, and occurs when a trafficker uses force, fraud, or coercion to contact another person for the purpose of engaging in commercial sex actors or soliciting labor or services against their will. By fostering collaboration among stakeholders, the fund seeks to address the multifaceted challenges associated with Human Trafficking Prevention across the state of Nebraska. The Nebraska Bankers Association, it’s members and other stakeholders, will provide support through the HALT Human Trafficking Fund to combat and curb human trafficking in Nebraska.
Partnership with Nebraska Bankers Association
The Nebraska Bankers Association and community and corporate leaders across the state are uniquely positioned to bring awareness, education and most importantly, action to the fight against Human Trafficking. In collaboration with statewide partners, bankers from across the State of Nebraska seek to assist those working to remove victims from harm and reduce the number of individuals who require victim support services.
Donors
The goal of the fund is to provide support to organizations working to eliminate Human Trafficking in Nebraska. Contributions to the fund are tax deductible, and will focus on education, data, and technology. Funds can be awarded to 501 (c)(3) organizations and local government entities that are engaged in this work. All entities residing in the state of Nebraska are eligible. The Fund Advisory Board will consist of an officer of the Nebraska Bankers Association. The other members will be key stakeholders. There will be an ex-officio board member representing the Nebraska Attorney General’s office.
Education
Grants
Funding for programs that focus on educating vulnerable populations, communities, and professionals about the risks and indicators of human trafficking. This could include workshops, training sessions, and awareness campaigns.
Research and Data Collection Grants
Funding for research projects that aim to better understand the root causes, trends, and impact of human trafficking. This information can contribute to evidence-based prevention strategies.
Technology and Innovation Grants
Funding for the development and implementation of technology-driven solutions to prevent human trafficking, such as online platforms for reporting trafficking incidents, data analytics tools for identifying trafficking patterns, and mobile applications for victim assistance and support.
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Grantees
Education
Grants
Funding for programs that focus on educating vulnerable populations, communities, and professionals about the risks and indicators of human trafficking. This could include workshops, training sessions, and awareness campaigns.
Research and Data Collection Grants
Funding for research projects that aim to better understand the root causes, trends, and impact of human trafficking. This information can contribute to evidence-based prevention strategies.
Technology and Innovation Grants
Funding for the development and implementation of technology-driven solutions to prevent human trafficking, such as online platforms for reporting trafficking incidents, data analytics tools for identifying trafficking patterns, and mobile applications for victim assistance and support.
Grant Eligibility and Requirements
Grant applications to HALT will be accepted on a rolling basis. Requests for support can be submitted via an online application. Once received, applications will be reviewed and recommended to the Fund Advisory Board.
- Funds can be awarded to 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations and local government entities.
- Organizations and entities must be doing work in an area of human trafficking prevention with a focus on data, education, and technology.
- Eligible expenses will include programming and operational expenses, including personnel, materials, equipment, and sub-contracts.
- Funds cannot support religious organizations for a religious purpose or political groups.
- Organizations must submit funding requests via online application, along with organizational and program budget, board of directors, and audited financials.
- Applications will be scored, with recommendations for funding presented to the Fund Advisory Board.
- Organizations will be notified of award within 120 days of the request submission. There will then be a grant agreement executed, and grant funds disbursed.
- Organizations will be required to provide a report on grant impacts one year from award date.
- The minimum award is $10,000. The majority of grant awards are less than $50,000, with the average size around $20,000.
Grant Timelines
Grants will be awarded on a rolling basis.
Grant Application
The application will be live for submissions on October 1, 2024.
The Nebraska Human Trafficking Hotline can be reached 24 hours per day at 833-PLS-LOOK (833-757-5665).
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Nebraska Bankers Association
233 South 13th Street, Suite 700
PO Box 80008
Lincoln, NE 68501-0008
402.474.1555
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