At a glance
This program funds projects to counter foreign terrorist organizations’ use of illicit mining, especially illegal gold mining in the Western Hemisphere. It supports assessments, investigations, intelligence work, counterterrorism financing efforts, training and mentorship, technology use, evidence gathering, and cross-border coordination. Eligible applicants are not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, for-profit organizations, public international organizations, and governmental institutions. Awards are cooperative agreements of up to $4,933,399 total, with at least one award anticipated, for projects lasting up to 24 months. Cost sharing is encouraged but not required, and applicants may propose projects in up to three countries in the Western Hemisphere, including places such as Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela, and the Amazon basin.
What it funds
Official description from grants.gov
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Counterterrorism (CT) is seeking proposals for an initiative that will address the exploitation of illicit mining by violent FTOs. Special focus should be on the relationship and involvement of FTOs and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) in the space. Competitive proposals should take an integrated approach to the threat and include civilian law enforcement, mining sector regulators, judges and prosecutors, and civil society where appropriate.
Who can apply
- Unrestricted