1. 2022 Funding Applications

    2022 COMBAT Funding: Mark Your Calendars
    The application window for 2022 COMBAT Funding will open Wednesday, August 4, 2021 and close at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 1, 2021. Agencies seeking funding must be compliant when submitting their application(s). Any organization requesting COMBAT funding must have an office in Jackson County and provide services to Jackson County residents in Jackson County. Applications are being offered in three categories: Prevention (Violence and Substance Abuse); Substance Use Disorder Treatment; and Law Enforcement School-Based Initiatives. » MORE

  1. One Survivor's Story

    Still_Walking_Talking_BreathingSince the end of 2016, there have been more than 2,000 non-fatal shootings in Jackson County. This is the story of one survivor as she deals with the "harsh realities" of trying to make a full recovery. "I don't know what I felt," says Lisa, who miraculously suffered no critical injuries despite being shot in the abdomen. "A lot was running through my mind—mostly my family. You just don't know at that moment if you're going to be OK." Given all the damage done to her home during the same incident that left with her a bullet wound, Lisa is still dealing with considerable anxiety as she tries to approach life one day—and one breath—at a time. » MORE
Community Backed Anti-Drug Anti-Crime Anti-Violence Tax
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    Mid-Year Funding

    "These dollars save lives." COMBAT awarded nearly $1.5 million in mid-year funding for domestic violence and youth employment programs. The decision to allot funds mid-year was done to get resources out "while they are really, really needed—right now." » MORE
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    Project RISE

    Project RISE, a COMBAT-funded program at Truman Medical Center/University Health, focuses on helping gunshot wound survivors make a full recovery, with emphasis on "psychological first aid" and, if needed, long-term care for Post Trauma Stress Disorder. » MORE
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    Caring For Crime Survivors

    This program not only provides referrals to counseling to help survivors deal with emotional issues, but can also facilitate repairs to homes or vehicles damaged during a crime. Doors with bullet holes might even be transformed into artwork. » MORE
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    Victim Advocates

    Combined, Doris Cannon and Marilyn Layton have more than a half-century of experience as Victim Advocates in the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office. For both being an Advocate is more than just a job; it’s their calling. » MORE
  1. CALENDAR

  1. Thursday, August 12

    COMBAT Commission Meeting

  2. Thursday, September 9

    COMBAT Commission Meeting

  3. Thursday, October 14

    COMBAT Commission Meeting

  4. Thursday, November 18

    COMBAT Commission Meeting

  5. Thursday, December 9

    COMBAT Commission Meeting
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  1. 2021 COMBAT-FUNDED PROGRAMS

Nearly 90 Programs Being Funded In 2021

» Violence Prevention Programs

• Bullying/Cyber Bullying (14 Programs)• Child Abuse (3 Programs)
• Counseling Services (5 Programs)• Diversion Programs (4 Programs)
• Domestic Violence (18 Programs)• Ex-Offender / Reentry (5 Programs)
• Gang Violence (7 Programs)
• Legal Services (1 Program)
• Parenting (14 Programs)• School Attendance/Truancy
   (10 Programs)
• Sexual Assault (1 Program)• STRIVIN' (7 Programs)
• Suicide Prevention (8 Programs)• Teen-Dating Violence (8 Programs)
• Victim Support (7 Programs)
• Youth Employment (15 Programs)

• Other Youth-Oriented (22 Programs)

» Substance Abuse Prevention Programs

» Substance Use Disorder Treatment Programs

• Drug Counseling
• Intensive Outpatient
• Partial Hospitalization
• Recovery Houses
• Residential Inpatient

» Law Enforcement School-Based Programs

  1. #STRIVINTogether

STRIVING Together To Reduce Violence In Neighborhoods

Initiative Focuses On Need For Joint Effort To Reduce Violence In Neighborhoods

This COMBAT initiative brings together school administrators, police officers, elected officials, mental health professionals, social workers, faith-based leaders and concerned citizens to address violence in Jackson County’s most vulnerable neighborhoods. 

With a focus on developing a collaborative, comprehensive and coordinated plan in each “hot spot,” STRIVIN’ recognizes that no one individual or single agency can “save a neighborhood.” It takes working together—striving together—to make any neighborhood a safe place to call home.
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