This grant is for organizations to help stop the forced recruitment of children by terrorist and criminal groups in Colombia. The goal is to support Colombian law enforcement in their efforts to investigate, arrest, and prosecute those who recruit children for illegal activities.
Who it's for: Organizations that have the capacity to work in Colombia and support law enforcement efforts to combat child recruitment by terrorist and criminal groups.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Inability to operate in Colombia
- Lack of experience with law enforcement support
- Failure to address forced child recruitment in the proposal
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of ability to work in Colombia
- Experience with law enforcement projects
- Organizational background information
- Registration with the U.S. government’s System for Award Management (SAM)
Cautions
- Must operate within Colombian legal frameworks
- Ensure alignment with U.S. national security interests
- Strict adherence to grant reporting requirements
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to all types of organizations without restrictions. This includes non-profits, for-profits, educational institutions, and other entities capable of supporting law enforcement efforts in Colombia to combat forced child recruitment by terrorist and criminal organizations.
Overview
Organizations that have the capacity to work in Colombia and support law enforcement efforts to combat child recruitment by terrorist and criminal groups.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Inability to operate in Colombia
- Lack of experience with law enforcement support
- Failure to address forced child recruitment in the proposal
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support Colombian law enforcement in investigating, arresting, and prosecuting those involved in forced child recruitment by terrorist and criminal organizations.
Total Program Funding
$4,000,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 30, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 15, 2026(14 days)
Application Checklist
- Register with SAM
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather proof of operational capacity in Colombia
- Compile organizational background information
- Submit application by the deadline