This grant is designed to support efforts in Colombia to stop the recruitment of children by terrorist and criminal organizations. The goal is to weaken these illegal groups by reducing their membership and ability to commit crimes that could threaten U.S. security. The project will provide resources to help Colombian law enforcement investigate, arrest, and prosecute those who recruit children.
Who it's for: This grant is open to any organization that can effectively carry out a project to combat forced child recruitment by terrorist and criminal organizations in Colombia. There are no specific restrictions on the type of organization that can apply.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to demonstrate capacity to operate in Colombia
- Lack of experience in law enforcement or child protection
- Incomplete application submission
- Proposals not aligned with the grant's objectives
- Inability to manage funds within the specified award range
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan within $3,500,000 - $4,000,000
- Proof of organizational capacity
- Experience in similar projects
- Registration with U.S. government systems (e.g., SAM.gov)
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with U.S. national security interests
- Strict adherence to budget limits
- Compliance with U.S. and Colombian laws
- Potential challenges operating in conflict zones
- Need for coordination with Colombian authorities
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to any organization without specific restrictions, meaning any type of organization that can effectively carry out the project's goals is eligible to apply. This includes non-profits, for-profits, educational institutions, and international organizations, provided they can demonstrate the capacity to work in Colombia and align with the project's objectives.
Overview
This grant is open to any organization that can effectively carry out a project to combat forced child recruitment by terrorist and criminal organizations in Colombia. There are no specific restrictions on the type of organization that can apply.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to demonstrate capacity to operate in Colombia
- Lack of experience in law enforcement or child protection
- Incomplete application submission
- Proposals not aligned with the grant's objectives
- Inability to manage funds within the specified award range
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support Colombian law enforcement in their efforts to investigate, arrest, and prosecute individuals involved in the forced recruitment of children by terrorist and criminal organizations.
Total Program Funding
$4,000,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 6, 2026(23 days)
Application Checklist
- Register your organization with SAM.gov
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Create a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather evidence of past experience in similar projects
- Ensure your proposal aligns with U.S. national security interests
- Submit application by the deadline: July 6, 2026