Deadline: 9 November 2018

U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL is seeking applications for its grant programme entitled “Internet Freedom Core Support for Anti-Censorship Technology” to promote an open, interoperable, reliable, and secure internet that fosters efficiency, innovation, communication, and economic prosperity, while respecting privacy and guarding against disruption, fraud, and theft.

Funding Information

• Estimated Total Program Funding: $7,000,000
• Award Ceiling: $3,000,000
• Award Floor: $500,000

Eligibility Criteria

• DRL welcomes applications from U.S.-based and foreign-based non-profit organizations/non government organizations (NGO) and public international organizations; private, public, or state institutions of higher education; and
• For-profit organizations or businesses.
• DRL’s preference is to work with non-profit entities; however, there may be some occasions when a for-profit entity is best suited. Applications submitted by for-profit entities may be subject to additional review following the panel selection process.
• Additionally, the Department of State generally prohibits profit to for-profit or commercial organizations under its assistance awards.
• Profit is defined as any amount in excess of allowable direct and indirect costs.
• The allowability of costs incurred by commercial organizations is determined in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Acquisition Regulation.

How to Apply

Applicants can apply via given website.

For further information, please visit Grants.gov.