# Global Emerging Leaders in International Cyberspace Security (GEL-ICS)

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/dfop0016603-global-emerging-leaders-in-international-cyberspace/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/354462

> Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy offered grants of up to $900,000 (at least $850,000) to nonprofits. It expected to make one award worth $900,000 in total. Applications closed on July 15, 2024.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | DFOP0016603 |
| Agency | Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | July 15, 2024 |
| Award ceiling | $900,000 |
| Award floor | $850,000 |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | $900,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.665 |

## Who can apply

- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education

Public International Organizations

## What the grant funds

The GEL-ICS program will build a cohesive group of leaders working on issues in cyberspace who are committed to the UN-affirmed Framework of Responsible State Behavior and will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and global connections to be effective advocates and champions of the Framework through the fellowship and other activities.

## Questions people ask

### Is DFOP0016603 still open?

No. It closed on July 15, 2024.

### Who can apply for Global Emerging Leaders in International Cyberspace Security (GEL-ICS)?

Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy accepted applications from nonprofits. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Global Emerging Leaders in International Cyberspace Security (GEL-ICS)?

Closed July 15, 2024. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $900,000 each. About $900,000 in total for one award.

### Who has won Cyberspace and Digital Policy grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were U.S. Civilian Research and Development Foundation, Aptelecom LLC, Atlantic Council of the United States, Inc. (the). The program made 19 awards worth $57.8 million in that time.