# FY26 DRL/IRF Global Request for Statements of Interest

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/dfop0019929-fy26-drl-irf-global-request-for-statements-of/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/364149

> Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor is offering grants of up to $3.0 million (at least $1.0 million) to the applicants described in the notice. It expects to make about 50 awards. Applications close on December 7, 2026.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | DFOP0019929 |
| Agency | Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor |
| Status | Open |
| Deadline | December 7, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | $3.0 million |
| Award floor | $1.0 million |
| Expected awards | 50 |
| Total funding | not stated |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.345 |

## Who can apply

- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

The following organizations are eligible to apply: Foreign-based non-profit organizations/nongovernment organizations (NGO) U.S.-based non-profit organizations/NGOs with or without 501(c)(3) status Public International Organizations Private, public, or state institutions of higher education For-profit organizations or businesses

## What the grant funds

An open competition for organizations to submit statements of interest (SOI) to carry out programs to promote religious freedom. Organizations may submit up to five SOIs in response to this request as prime applicants. This is a global solicitation. Organizations may submit single- or multi-country project proposals. Proposed programming must address restrictions on religious freedom and must be in line with the U.S. Government’s foreign policy goals.

## Questions people ask

### Who can apply for FY26 DRL/IRF Global Request for Statements of Interest?

Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor accepts applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for FY26 DRL/IRF Global Request for Statements of Interest?

Closes December 7, 2026 (37 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $3.0 million each.