[Bureau of Counterterrorism](https://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-civilian-security-democracy-and-human-rights/bureau-of-counterterrorism-and-countering-violent-extremism)

June 8, 2026

$6,808,090 (single award; cooperative agreement)

Supports strengthening Iraq’s capacity to investigate and respond to terrorist threats along the Iraq-Syria border, reducing risks to U.S. interests.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, offered by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Counterterrorism, aims to bolster Iraq’s ability to investigate and respond to terrorist attacks and incursions along the Iraq-Syria border. The program’s primary objectives are to reduce threats to U.S. diplomatic and military facilities, protect American commercial operations, and prevent terrorist attacks that threaten Americans abroad. The initiative addresses the proliferation of Iran-aligned militia groups and the continued presence of ISIS, both of which contribute to a fragile security environment and increased risks of border exploitation for weapons, explosives, and human smuggling. The program is designed to build sustainable Iraqi civilian law enforcement capabilities, enabling them to independently respond to attacks and dismantle illicit transit networks. A key component is a train-the-trainer approach, empowering Iraqi forces to establish their own training capacity and reducing long-term dependency on U.S. resources, in alignment with the 2025 National Security Strategy’s emphasis on “burden-sharing and burden-shifting.” --- ## Due Dates - June 8, 2026: Application closing date / Full application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Total award amount: $6,808,090 (award ceiling and floor are the same) - Funding instrument: Cooperative agreement - Expected number of awards: 1 (single award) - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants: Unrestricted (open to all types of entities, subject to clarification below) - Specific eligible entities: - Not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations) - Public and private educational institutions - For-profit organizations (if allowed by appropriation) - Public International Organizations (PIOs) and governmental institutions --- ## Application Process - Submit applications through [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361838). - Review the full funding announcement and requirements on the [MyGrants Opportunity Page](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_d_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=6e272c1793c84fd0d114b7986cba1043&view=Default) (login required). - Ensure all required documentation is included with your application. - Contact the program officer for technical difficulties or questions about the application process. --- ## Additional Information - The program must include a train-the-trainer component to ensure long-term sustainability and local ownership of training capacity. - The focus is on reducing Iraq’s long-term dependency on U.S. taxpayer resources and building independent Iraqi civilian law enforcement capabilities. - No cost sharing or matching is required for this opportunity. --- ## External Links - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361838) - [MyGrants Opportunity Page](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_d_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=6e272c1793c84fd0d114b7986cba1043&view=Default) - [Bureau of Counterterrorism Homepage](https://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-civilian-security-democracy-and-human-rights/bureau-of-counterterrorism-and-countering-violent-extremism) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | |----------------------|--------------------------| | Program Officer | arbogastc@state.gov |

Preventing Iranian Proxy and ISIS Activities Along Iraq's Western Border

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