This grant is offered by the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá to hire an investigative journalist or media production firm. The goal is to create a documentary or visual journalism project that shows how reducing illegal migration affects criminal networks in Colombia. The project will use personal stories, data, and visuals to highlight the impact on communities and the environment. It aims to support U.S. and Colombian security goals by showing the benefits of reducing illegal migration.
Who it's for: This grant is for investigative journalists or media production firms that can create compelling visual content. Applicants should be able to work closely with Colombian and U.S. authorities and have the skills to document complex issues involving criminal networks and migration.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being an investigative journalist or media production firm
- Inability to work with Colombian and U.S. authorities
- Lack of experience in creating documentaries or visual journalism
- Failure to meet the application deadline
What You May Need
- Proof of experience in investigative journalism or media production
- Portfolio of previous work
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Partnership agreements with relevant authorities
- Timeline for project completion
- Registration with the U.S. government’s System for Award Management (SAM)
Cautions
- Ensure compliance with U.S. and Colombian laws
- Coordinate closely with authorities to avoid legal issues
- Be aware of the sensitive nature of working with criminal network topics
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are categorized under 'OTHER,' specifically targeting investigative journalists or media production firms. This means individuals or companies with expertise in creating documentaries or visual journalism projects are eligible. Applicants must be capable of collaborating with Colombian and U.S. authorities to document the impact of reduced illegal migration on criminal networks.
Overview
This grant is for investigative journalists or media production firms that can create compelling visual content. Applicants should be able to work closely with Colombian and U.S. authorities and have the skills to document complex issues involving criminal networks and migration.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being an investigative journalist or media production firm
- Inability to work with Colombian and U.S. authorities
- Lack of experience in creating documentaries or visual journalism
- Failure to meet the application deadline
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to produce a documentary or visual journalism project. This includes costs for research, production, travel, and dissemination of the final product across various media platforms.
Total Program Funding
$50,000
Expected Awards
10
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 31, 2026(4 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 30, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as an investigative journalist or media production firm
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal
- Compile a portfolio showcasing relevant past work
- Develop a detailed budget plan
- Register with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- Submit application by August 31, 2026