TIP Office International Programs to Combat Human Trafficking Annual Program Statement

The Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons within the U.S. Department of State administers this funding opportunity as part of the federal government’s broader effort to address human trafficking globally. This office is responsible for advancing U.S. foreign policy objectives related to combating trafficking in persons and operates under the legislative authority of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act and its subsequent reauthorizations. The program aligns with national strategies including the National Security Strategy and the Department of State’s multi-year agency strategy, emphasizing coordinated international responses to trafficking. This Annual Program Statement invites applications for projects that contribute to prosecuting traffickers, protecting victims, and preventing trafficking. The funding is intended to support initiatives that respond to identified trafficking challenges and align with country-specific recommendations found in the annual Trafficking in Persons Report. Projects are expected to demonstrate alignment with U.S. foreign policy priorities and provide measurable outcomes in addressing trafficking across diverse international contexts. Funding is provided through grants, with a total estimated program funding of 38,500,000 dollars. Individual awards may range from 1,000,000 dollars to 10,000,000 dollars. Funds may be used for programmatic activities that directly support anti-trafficking objectives, though all expenditures must comply with federal cost principles. For-profit organizations are eligible to apply but are prohibited from earning profit beyond allowable costs, as defined by federal regulations. Cost sharing or matching is not required under this opportunity. Eligibility is broad and includes nonprofit organizations such as civil society groups and think tanks, public and private educational institutions, for-profit organizations, public international organizations, and U.S. government entities. While foreign governments are not eligible to apply directly, they may benefit from funded programs. Applications from commercial entities may undergo additional scrutiny to ensure compliance with federal cost standards. The application process requires submission through official federal grant systems, and applicants must follow all required steps to complete their proposals. While specific application components are not detailed in the summary, applicants can expect to provide comprehensive program narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation consistent with federal grant requirements. Evaluation criteria are expected to focus on alignment with program goals, feasibility, and anticipated impact. The opportunity is currently open and accepting applications, with a posted date of June 22, 2026. The closing date is listed as January 1, 2099, indicating that the program operates on a rolling or continuously open basis under the Annual Program Statement structure. Applicants are encouraged to submit proposals aligned with priority areas as they arise. For assistance, applicants may contact the program via email at TIPGrants@state.gov. Award timelines and performance periods are not explicitly stated but are typically determined following the review and selection process.

Align proposals with Trafficking Victims Protection Act priorities and country-specific recommendations from the Trafficking in Persons Report