Strengthening Law Enforcement Engagement with Repatriated Individuals

The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Counterterrorism administers the funding opportunity titled Strengthening Law Enforcement Engagement with Repatriated Individuals under the Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining and Related Programs account. This initiative reflects broader U.S. foreign assistance priorities focused on counterterrorism and stabilization, particularly in response to the evolving security and humanitarian challenges associated with individuals repatriated from conflict zones in northeast Syria and Iraq. The Bureau works closely with international partners and foreign governments to support reintegration efforts while mitigating risks related to terrorism and instability. The primary purpose of this grant is to enhance the capacity of law enforcement agencies in countries receiving repatriated individuals to engage effectively and constructively with those populations. The program seeks to reduce tensions between returnees and local communities, prevent stigmatization, and minimize the likelihood of radicalization or recidivism into terrorist activity. It also aims to strengthen monitoring and early warning systems that identify individuals at risk of reengaging in extremist behavior. The initiative supports broader U.S. national security objectives by promoting stability and improving international counterterrorism cooperation. Funding is provided through a cooperative agreement, indicating substantial involvement from the Bureau of Counterterrorism throughout the implementation period. The anticipated total funding is up to 986679 dollars, with a single award expected within a range of 800000 to 986679 dollars. The period of performance is limited to 12 months, and projects must be completed within that timeframe. While cost sharing is encouraged, it is not required and does not influence the competitive evaluation of applications. Funding cannot be used for certain restricted purposes, including support to specific prohibited entities, and must comply with federal regulations and policy requirements outlined in the notice. Eligibility for this opportunity is broad and includes nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, for-profit entities where permitted, public international organizations, and governmental institutions. Applicants must demonstrate relevant experience in law enforcement training, counterterrorism, and community engagement. All applicants are required to maintain an active registration in SAM.gov and possess a Unique Entity Identifier. Only one application per organization is permitted, and failure to comply with submission rules may result in disqualification. The application process requires submission through Grants.gov or MyGrants and includes standard federal forms such as SF-424, SF-424A, and SF-424B. Applicants must also provide a detailed proposal of up to 12 pages, including a situational analysis, problem statement, project design, logic model, theory of change, and performance monitoring plan. Additional required components include a budget justification, key personnel information, partner letters, risk analysis, and supporting documentation. The Bureau places significant emphasis on alignment with program goals, feasibility, monitoring and evaluation, organizational capacity, and sustainability during the review process. The application deadline is June 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time, with questions accepted until April 25, 2026 and responses published by May 1, 2026. Awards are expected to begin on September 30, 2026, and unsuccessful applicants will be notified by mid-October 2026. This opportunity does not explicitly state recurring availability, suggesting it is a single-cycle competition subject to future funding availability. Ongoing reporting requirements include biweekly updates and quarterly performance tracking, reflecting the cooperative and closely monitored nature of the program.

Ensure strong alignment with stated counterterrorism outcomes; provide detailed monitoring and evaluation plan; demonstrate organizational capacity and prior experience; clearly link activities to outcomes