FY 2026 Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Program Support
🏛 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (USDOJ-OJP-OJJDP)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for public law enforcement agencies and nonprofits supporting the national ICAC Task Force network. Applicants must demonstrate capacity to provide services that enhance training, prevention, outreach, or collaboration related to technology-facilitated child sexual exploitation investigations. Eligible organizations include federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, prosecutor offices, and established nonprofits with expertise in child protection, digital forensics, or victim services. Geographic scope is national, supporting the 61 ICAC task forces across the United States.
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Program description
This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the OJJDP FY 2026 Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Program Support. This opportunity supports a national network of 61 multiagency, multijurisdictional task forces engaged in investigations, forensic examinations, and prosecutions related to technology-facilitated child sexual exploitation. This is accomplished through the provision of services and support to OJJDP, the ICAC task forces, ICAC National Training providers, and other federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies partnering with the ICAC Task Force program. Funds will support activities that enhance training access, expand prevention and outreach capabilities, advance the National Strategy for Child Exploitation Prevention and Interdiction, and improve collaboration among ICAC task forces.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- Nonprofits
- Police Department
- Private University
- Public University
- Small Business (SBA-defined)
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- SF-424 Supplement (for nonprofits)
- Project Narrative
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational Capacity Documentation
- Letters of Commitment from ICAC task forces or law enforcement partners
- Proof of 501(c)(3) status (if nonprofit applicant)
Program contact
- 👤 Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention
- 📧 OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov
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Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 16.543 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$42,976,147
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$41,383,391
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$40,994,666
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$38,700,000
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$36,922,517
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$35,428,442
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$13,200,000
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$11,900,000
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$7,550,000
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$6,100,000
Top States by Funding
- VA 14 awards $261.4M
- WI 10 awards $55.0M
- CA 9 awards $12.2M
- TX 5 awards $8.4M
- FL 5 awards $6.8M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 16.543). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $60,244,666 | |
| 2025 | $41,565,824 | |
| 2026 est. | $83,752,293 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, prosecutor offices, and nonprofits with demonstrated expertise in child protection or supporting ICAC investigations.
What is the deadline?
The deadline is November 2, 2026. Check the OJJDP website for exact application portal opening dates.
What activities does this grant support?
Training access, prevention and outreach, forensic examinations, prosecution support, and collaboration among ICAC task forces nationwide.
How much funding is available?
Total program funding is $1,200,000 for FY 2026. Award amounts vary based on proposed activities and organizational capacity.
Is this a competitive grant?
Yes. Applications are evaluated on demonstrated expertise in child exploitation prevention, capacity to deliver services, and alignment with the National Strategy for Child Exploitation Prevention and Interdiction.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Clearly demonstrate how your organization's services will enhance ICAC Task Force capabilities nationwide. Show specific expertise in digital forensics, victim services, training, or law enforcement support.
- Emphasize collaboration with existing ICAC task forces and federal partners. Describe established relationships with local and state law enforcement.
- Provide detailed project timelines and measurable outcomes. Specify how many task forces will benefit and in what ways.
- Address the National Strategy for Child Exploitation Prevention and Interdiction directly. Align your proposed activities with its goals.
- Document organizational capacity with staff qualifications, past performance on similar federal contracts, and letters of commitment from partner law enforcement agencies.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Lack of demonstrated expertise in child exploitation prevention or law enforcement. Vague descriptions of how services will operationally support existing ICAC task forces. Failure to show measurable outcomes or specific beneficiary numbers across the 61-task-force network.
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