Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa Announces Over $3.5 Million in PCCD Federal Victims of Crime Act Grant Funding for the 43rd Senatorial District

PITTSBURGH, PA - September 10, 2025 − Today, Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa announces $3,556,350 in funding from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) benefitting the 43^rd district, encompassing parts of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County. These dollars come from the Federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Funds.

"It's a solemn honor to announce funding to support and make whole victims of crime in Western Pennsylvania and demonstrate that there is help and hope for those picking up the pieces after an act of violence," said Senator Costa. "All of us deserve to live in safe, vibrant neighborhoods with ample programming, support, and resources to serve those in need. And with PCCD's continued investment in local, effective safety solutions, I am confident these dollars will prove fruitful in the 43^rd district."

Awardees are as follows:

• The Center for Victims was awarded $1,318,088.
• Pittsburgh Action Against Rape was awarded $1,033,593 for services to sexual assault and trafficked victims.
• Women's Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh was awarded $1,204,669 for maintaining comprehensive services for victims of domestic violence.

Learn more about the PA Senate Democrats' commitment to safe communities for every Pennsylvanian here.

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