Countering Terrorist Recruitment Online

Bureau of Counterterrorism

Bureau of Counterterrorism is funding community projects through this opportunity, which is open to eligible applicants, with applications due Jul 27, 2026. It provides awards up to $4.9M.

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Deadline

Jul 27, 2026

Award amount

Up to $4.9M

Posted

Jun 22, 2026

Opportunity number

DFOP0018502

CFDA

19.701

Opportunity description

U.S.-designated foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs), including jihadist networks, drug cartels, and individual extremists, continue to act on violent ideations and inspire others globally. Recruitment efforts are increasingly digital, thus making counterterrorism investigations more complex across borders. Furthermore, emerging technology, such as generative artificial intelligence (AI), are enhancing recruitment effectiveness with target populations. The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Counterterrorism, announces this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) to support law enforcement in countering U.S.-designated FTO online recruitment, pending the availability of funds.

Who can apply

Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"

The following types of organizations are eligible to apply: Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations Public and private educational institutions For-profit organizations; Public International Organizations (PIOs) and Governmental institutions

Funding

Award floor

$4.9M

Award ceiling

$4.9M

Agency contact

Bureau of Counterterrorism

CT_Grants@state.gov

Submitting your application

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