INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) awarded nearly $3 million to 51 public and nonprofit organizations through the STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program.

“STOP” stands for services, training, officers and prosecutors.

The program is designed to support communities in their efforts to develop and strengthen law enforcement and prosecution strategies to combat violence against women, as well as enhance victim services and safety.

The Steuben County Prosecutor’s office received a grant in the amount of $25,200.

In Dekalb County, the Prosecutor’s received $30,000, while Noble County was awarded $25,149.