# Strengthening Independent Media in Central America to Uncover Crime and Corruption

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/ofop0001331-strengthening-independent-media-in-central-america-to/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/354163

> Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement offered grants of up to $4.7 million (at least $2.0 million) to the applicants described in the notice. It expected to make one award. Applications closed on May 22, 2024.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | OFOP0001331 |
| Agency | Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | May 22, 2024 |
| Award ceiling | $4.7 million |
| Award floor | $2.0 million |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | not stated |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.705 |

## Who can apply

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

● 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 US 115 of the U.S. tax code. ● Foreign-based non-profits/non-governmental organizations (NGOs). ● Foreign-based educational institutions.

## What the grant funds

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a project to strengthen independent media entities and their members as well as local organizations that will support independent media in Central America. This project will assist in conducting better investigations and provide fact-based reporting on crime and corruption through an evolving media landscape to inform populations and hold power-holders accountable, improving transparency and accountability in Central America.

## Questions people ask

### Is OFOP0001331 still open?

No. It closed on May 22, 2024. A newer notice is open: OFOP0003790, closes November 9, 2026 (2 days left).

### Who can apply for Strengthening Independent Media in Central America to Uncover Crime and Corruption?

Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement accepted applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Strengthening Independent Media in Central America to Uncover Crime and Corruption?

Closed May 22, 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 $4.7 million each.

### Who has won Trans-National Crime grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were National Center for State Courts, Wildlife Conservation Society, Traffic International. The program made 264 awards worth $352 million in that time.