Accelerating Prosecution of Criminals and Terrorists in Lebanon by Digitizing Paper Criminal Court files
🏛 Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement (DOS-INL)
Can you apply?
This grant is for international law enforcement projects in Lebanon. Eligible applicants include U.S. government agencies, international organizations, and vetted implementing partners with experience in criminal justice digitization and Lebanese court systems. The grant supports digitization of paper-based criminal court records to accelerate prosecution of criminals and terrorists. Activities include systems development, training, and technical capacity building in Lebanese institutions. Geographic scope is limited to Lebanon and partner country activities.
Program description
By digitizing criminal court files, the project will expedite investigations and prosecutions, ensuring that individuals accused of collaborating with Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTO)s or Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCO)s, including those who threaten U.S. Interests, are held accountable. Enhanced digital access will also strengthen collaboration between U.S. and Lebanese Law Enforcement Agencies, enabling both countries to access criminal case files in minutes rather than months. This will significantly enhance the ability of U.S. agencies to investigate and disrupt FTO and TCO activities in Lebanon, directly supporting U.S. national security objectives.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative and statement of work
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organizational capacity statement
- Letters of support from Lebanese government partners
- Security and data protection plan
Program contact
- 👤 Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement
- 📧 venettim@state.gov
- 📞 202-890-9795
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 19.703 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$65,863,884
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$62,410,000
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$33,153,617
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$19,342,430
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$11,994,629
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$9,228,097
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$7,982,775
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$7,582,625
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$7,538,812
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$6,820,980
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 19.703). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $94,426,720 | |
| 2025 | $2,600,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Typically U.S. federal agencies, international organizations, and pre-vetted implementing partners. Lebanese government entities and NGOs may apply through partnerships with U.S. organizations.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is May 26, 2026. Applications open March 26, 2026. Check the agency website for any extensions.
What activities does this grant fund?
Digitization of criminal court records, system development, training, and technical assistance. Prosecution acceleration and criminal justice capacity building are core focus areas.
How competitive is this funding?
This is typically competitive international development funding. Strong applications demonstrate experience in justice sector work, technology implementation, and Lebanese context expertise.
What is the typical funding range?
DOS-INL grants vary widely. Check the funding opportunity announcement for specific funding caps and match requirements.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Demonstrate clear experience with criminal justice digitization projects in developing countries or conflict-affected regions.
- Build partnerships with Lebanese government institutions and establish buy-in from local stakeholders early.
- Address security and data protection thoroughly, given the terrorism prosecution focus.
- Include detailed timelines and measurable outcomes for digitization and prosecution acceleration.
- Show how the project sustains beyond grant funding through Lebanese institutional capacity and resources.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Underestimating security and data protection requirements for sensitive criminal records. Lack of genuine Lebanese government partnership or institutional commitment. Weak sustainability plans that don't address local capacity or ongoing costs.
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