Baltimore Nonprofit Fights for Funds to Aid Crime Victims
HER Resilience Center Claims State Owes $292,000 in Reimbursements
A Baltimore nonprofit, HER Resilience Center, has filed a lawsuit against the state of Maryland, Governor Wes Moore, and the Governor's Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP). The center alleges that the state has failed to reimburse them for expenses incurred while assisting victims of crime.
Services Provided by HER Resilience Center
- Counseling
- Advocacy
- Support for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking, and other violent crimes
Funding Dispute
- $218,000 owed for 2025
- $74,000 owed for 2024
- Funds originate from the federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)
State's Response
The GOCPP claims they follow fair and transparent processes for grant management, overseeing $300 million in grants annually. However, the nonprofit asserts that the state has denied their invoices, arguing that the services provided did not align with victims' needs.
Impact on Services
The lack of funding has forced the nonprofit to temporarily halt services, leaving survivors without critical support.
Legal Team's Statement
"This is about the harm caused by bureaucratic delays and unfulfilled promises to survivors of violent crime. When funding is withheld, services stop, and victims are left without help."
