This grant provides emergency financial support to individuals and organizations who are at risk because of their work defending fundamental freedoms like speech and assembly. It's meant to help them continue their important work promoting democracy and human rights.
Who it's for: This grant is for individuals and organizations that are actively involved in promoting and defending fundamental freedoms and are facing immediate threats such as attacks, arrests, or other forms of harm because of their work.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not facing an imminent threat
- Not involved in promoting or defending fundamental freedoms
- Application submitted after the deadline
What You May Need
- Proof of imminent threat or risk
- Documentation of work related to defending fundamental freedoms
- Completed application form
- Identification documents
- Contact information for references or supporting organizations
Cautions
- Ensure you are facing an imminent threat due to your work
- Applications must be submitted by the deadline
- Funds are for short-term emergency use only
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to any individual or organization (UNRESTRICTED) that is actively involved in promoting and defending fundamental freedoms and is facing an immediate threat due to their work.
Overview
This grant is for individuals and organizations that are actively involved in promoting and defending fundamental freedoms and are facing immediate threats such as attacks, arrests, or other forms of harm because of their work.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not facing an imminent threat
- Not involved in promoting or defending fundamental freedoms
- Application submitted after the deadline
Use of Funds
The funds can be used for short-term emergency needs to help individuals or organizations continue their work in defending fundamental freedoms and promoting democracy and human rights.
Total Program Funding
$983,500
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 24, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 8, 2026(12 days)
Application Checklist
- Gather documentation proving the imminent threat
- Prepare a detailed description of your work defending fundamental freedoms
- Complete the application form
- Submit the application by September 8, 2026
- Provide references or contacts for verification