WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has announced that it seeks applications for the Fiscal Year 2026 BioWatch Grant Program. This initiative is designed to bolster local and state governments' capabilities in bio-surveillance and biodefense, emphasizing the rapid detection and response to bio-threats. The BioWatch Grant Program provides funding ranging from $100,000 to $6 million to assist jurisdictions in enhancing their bio-monitoring systems. Eligible applicants include state and local public health departments more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Office on Violence Against Women, seeks applications for the Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Grant Program aimed at supporting children and youth affected by violence as well as engaging men and youth in prevention efforts. The initiative focuses on addressing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, with a commitment to fostering safer communities. Eligible applicants include state and local agencies, tribal organizations, nonprofit organizations, and in more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Administration for Children and Families, seeks proposals for the fiscal year 2026 Runaway Homeless Youth Training, Technical Assistance, and Capacity Building Center (RHYTTAC). This initiative aims to enhance the capacity of organizations that serve runaway and homeless youth by providing crucial training and technical assistance. The RHYTTAC program is designed to support service providers in their efforts to effectively address the needs of this vulnerable  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has announced a significant funding opportunity aimed at enhancing safety and health among workers in the agriculture, forestry, and fishing sectors. With an estimated total funding of $110 million, the initiative will support the establishment of up to twelve regional NIOSH Centers for Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing Safety and Health (AgFF Centers), each with an award ceiling of $2.2 million. The Agriculture, Fo more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has announced a funding opportunity aimed at enhancing the safety and health of youth in the agriculture, forestry, and fishing sectors. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is requesting proposals for the establishment of a National Center of Excellence for the Prevention of Childhood Agricultural Injury and Illness. With an estimated total funding of $8 million and an award ceiling of  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Office of National Drug Control Policy has announced a funding opportunity for the Fiscal Year 2026 Drug Court Training and Technical Assistance Competitive Cooperative Agreement. This initiative aims to enhance the effectiveness of drug courts across the nation by providing specialized training, resources, and technical assistance to personnel involved in these programs. With a total award amount capped at $6 million, the funding is designed to support organizations that can deliver comprehensive training prog more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Small Business Administration has launched a funding opportunity through its Program for Investment in Microentrepreneurs, aimed at supporting organizations that assist low-income entrepreneurs in building their businesses. This program focuses on offering a range of services, including business training, technical assistance, and access to capital, to promote entrepreneurship among underserved populations. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, community development financial institutions, and other en more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Myanmar, is offering the American Center Yangon (ACY) Small Grants Competition to support projects that foster cultural exchange and community development in Myanmar. The grant aims to encourage innovative ideas that enhance educational and cultural initiatives, strengthen ties among diverse communities, and promote civic participation. Grants will range from $5,000 to $20,000, providing financial assistance for projects that align with the objectives of the Ameri more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Myanmar, seeks applications for the Jefferson Center Mandalay Small Grants Competition. This initiative aims to support innovative projects that enhance community development and capacity building in Myanmar. Grants will range from $1,000 to $10,000, providing funding for diverse programs that align with the mission of fostering positive change within local communities. This competition encourages applicants from various sectors, including non-profit organization more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement, is seeking proposals aimed at enhancing forensic capabilities to combat transnational criminal organizations in Morocco. The initiative, titled Disrupting Transnational Criminal Organizations Through Advanced Forensic Capabilities in Morocco, is designed to strengthen the country's capacity to investigate and prosecute criminal activities that cross borders. Eligible entities include non-profit organizations, academic institution more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of State is seeking proposals to address the complex effects of international parental child abduction on both abducted children and their left-behind parents. This funding opportunity provides grants ranging from $1 million to $2.0 million, aimed at fostering research and initiatives that promote understanding and strategies to mitigate the psychological and emotional consequences of child abduction in these families. Organizations and institutions are encouraged to present innovative approaches that more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of State has announced a federal grant opportunity aimed at enhancing resilience against global digital threats. The grant, titled Global Digital Threat Lab, offers an award range of $3.0 million to $3.0 million and will support initiatives that address the multifaceted challenges posed by misinformation, cyber threats, and other emerging digital risks. The Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor will oversee the implementation of this funding, which seeks to foster innovative solutions and collabo more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement, seeks proposals for the Southern Cone Cooperation Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Sector Support initiative. This grant opportunity aims to enhance cooperation between law enforcement and the criminal justice systems in the Southern Cone region, which includes Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Eligible applicants can request funding ranging from $500,000 to $500,000 to support programs that promote regional collaborat more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, has announced an opportunity for organizations to submit statements of interest for the Syria Annual Program Statement. The program aims to fund innovative foreign assistance initiatives that benefit partner countries while advancing U.S. commercial diplomacy and interests. The expected total funding for this initiative is $10 million, with an award ceiling of $5.5 million per project and an anticipated three awards. Eligible applicants include not more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of State has announced a funding opportunity titled Track 2.0 Peacebuilding and Dialogue Support, aimed at enhancing peacebuilding efforts globally. This initiative invites a variety of organizations to submit proposals that promote dialogue and collaborative solutions in conflict-affected regions, fostering social cohesion and reconciliation. Eligible applicants include non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, and entities with proven experience in peace and dialogue initiatives. The pr more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture, through its Food and Nutrition Service, seeks applications for the FY 2026 FDPIR Nutrition Paraprofessional Training Program Cooperative Agreement. This initiative aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of paraprofessionals working in the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR). With an award range of $498,000, the program is designed to support training efforts that improve the delivery of nutritional education and services within Indian Country. Eligible applicant more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture, through its Foreign Agricultural Service, seeks proposals for a grant aimed at enhancing biotechnology market opportunities for U.S. exporters and American farmers. With an award ceiling of $500,000 and an estimated total funding of $2 million, the initiative aims to promote the adoption and trade of agricultural biotechnology products amidst regulatory barriers in key global markets. American farmers increasingly rely on agricultural biotechnology, with over 90% of corn and soybeans s more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture, through the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, seeks proposals for its Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program. This funding opportunity aims to enhance research and development in the poultry industry, focusing on improving production efficiency, sustainability, and animal health. Award amounts for this program are set at $440,115, providing financial support for innovative projects that address key challenges facing the laying hen and turkey sectors. The initiative reflects  more ST