2026 VRW Crime Victim Scholarship Application
(PLEASE READY THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION)
What is South Carolina Victims’ Rights Week?
South Carolina Victims’ Rights Week is a powerful annual gathering that brings together crime victims, survivors, and the professionals who serve them. The conference provides a safe and supportive space to learn from experts, connect with others who “walk in your shoes,” and share stories of healing and resilience.
One of the most meaningful moments is the Unity Ceremony, where participants honor their loved ones lost to violent crime. Attendees also take part in workshops designed to promote healing, address grief, anger, and stress, and build strength through shared experience.
Interested in Attending the 2026 Victims’ Rights Week Conference?
The 39th Annual Victims’ Rights Week Conference will be held March 11–13, 2026, in Columbia, South Carolina.
To be eligible to apply for a scholarship, you must:
Be 18 years of age or older, and
Have experienced victimization in the state of South Carolina.
IMPORTANT NOTE: No children under 18 are allowed to attend the conference.
Scholarship Information
Please note that scholarships are limited and not guaranteed. If awarded, a scholarship will cover:
Conference registration fees
Lodging (if applicable)
Most meals
Transportation to and from the conference is not included.
Each person must submit their own scholarship application. If you plan to attend with family members or others connected to your case, each individual must complete a separate application. There is a space for you to identify those connected individuals.
Application Details
Application Deadline: January 15, 2026
Award Notifications: Applicants will be notified by email the week of January 19, 2026 regarding preliminary scholarship decisions. Further information and next steps will be provided to recipients shortly thereafter.