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Countering Cartel Recruitment in Mexico

Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement · OFOP0002496

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Award Range

$1.0M$1.5M

Expected Awards

1

Deadline

April 6, 2026

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

Countering Cartel Recruitment in Mexico. Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement. To carry out a project to aimed at reducing recruitment by organized crime groups in Mexico. This project will advance U.S. security interests by promoting a comprehensive approach that includes prevention, prosecution, and legal reform. The initiative will engage stakeholders in key Mexican... $1,000,000-$1,500,000 per award; ~1 awards expected.

Who Should Apply

Other eligible entities

Who Should NOT Apply

Individuals and organizations outside the specified eligible types

Key Requirements (Plain English)

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  • Deadline: 2026-04-06

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Focus your proposal on clear outcomes, alignment with agency priorities, and demonstrate organizational capacity.

Competitiveness: Very high — extremely limited awards available

What This Grant Funds

To carry out a project to aimed at reducing recruitment by organized crime groups in Mexico. This project will advance U.S. security interests by promoting a comprehensive approach that includes prevention, prosecution, and legal reform. The initiative will engage stakeholders in key Mexican states to implement intelligence-driven prevention strategies, strengthen public advocacy, enhance prosecutorial capacity, support disengagement programs, and advance legislative reform to criminalize organized crime recruitment. These efforts will disrupt criminal networks that facilitate the flow of illicit drugs, violence, and illegal migration into the United States. By fostering stability and the rule of law in Mexico, this project not only supports our regional partners but also directly contributes to the safety and security of the United States

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Who Can Apply

U.S.-based non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs); U.S.-based educational institutions subject to section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. tax code or section 26 US 115 of the U.S. tax code; Foreign-based non-profits/non-governmental organizations (NGOs); Foreign-based educational institutions

Eligible Applicant Types

Other (see NOFO for details)

Funding Details

Minimum Award
$1.0M
Maximum Award
$1.5M
Expected Number of Awards
1
Cost Sharing Required?
No
Funding Instrument
cooperative_agreement

Key Dates

Posted: February 6, 2026
Application Deadline: April 6, 2026 (0 days remaining)

Agency Contact

Najar Starr

StarrND@state.gov

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