[U.S. Mission to Costa Rica](https://cr.usembassy.gov/)

June 6, 2025

$40,000–$100,000 per award | Up to 2 awards | 12-month project period

Supports nonprofit organizations and individuals to improve the safety and effectiveness of journalists covering organized crime in Costa Rica through training, equipment, and collaboration with law enforcement.

--- ## Description This opportunity aims to enhance the safety and capacity of journalists reporting on organized crime in Costa Rica. The program focuses on crimes related to organized criminal networks and drug trafficking, including environmental, property, and violent crimes that often go underreported due to fear. Grantees will provide training, safety equipment, and facilitate stronger connections between journalists and law enforcement. The ultimate goal is to foster safer, more robust, and sophisticated crime reporting, particularly in rural and coastal areas, and to increase public understanding of U.S. approaches to journalist safety. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: June 6, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - Total estimated program funding: $100,000 - Award range: $40,000–$100,000 per award - Expected number of awards: 2 - Project performance period: Up to 12 months - Continuation funding may be available, subject to performance and funding availability --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** - Not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society/NGOs) - Individuals - Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions - **Other requirements:** - Organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be registered in SAM.gov - Individuals are not required to have a UEI or SAM.gov registration - **Cost sharing/matching:** Not required --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358653) - Required components for both individuals and organizations include: - Statement of Interest - Summary Coverage Sheet - Proposal sections (Summary, Introduction, Problem Statement, Goals/Objectives, Activities, Methods/Design, Schedule, Key Personnel, Partners, Monitoring/Evaluation, Future Funding/Sustainability) - Budget Justification Narrative - For organizations: SF-424, SF-424A, SF-424B (unless registered/renewed in SAM after Feb 2, 2019), evidence of UEI and SAM.gov registration - For individuals: SF-424i - Download all required forms from [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358653) - Submit completed applications directly to the Notice of Funding Opportunity --- ## Additional Information - Projects must include a U.S. element to help target audiences understand how U.S. organizations protect journalists. - Expected outcomes include training at least 40 journalists, holding at least 10 joint events with police, and increasing reporting from previously silent areas. - This grant is subject to availability of funds. --- ## External Links - [Full opportunity details on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358653) - [U.S. Mission to Costa Rica](https://cr.usembassy.gov/) - [Application Checklist for Individuals & Organizations (PDF)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/Application%20Checklist%20for%20Individuals.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Description | |---------------------------|-----------------------------------------|-----------------|----------------------------| | Gabriela M. Otarola | pagrantapplications@state.gov | +506 2519 2212 | PA Grant Applications |

Security for Journalists Covering Organized Crime in Costa Rica

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