Implementation and logistics support of a Police Athletic League in Honduras

Background
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is offering a funding opportunity for the implementation and logistics support of a Police Athletic League (PAL) program in Honduras. The mission of INL is to counter crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad through foreign assistance programs, diplomatic engagement, and policy coordination.

Grant Details
The project aims to support the Honduran National Police (HNP) in implementing the PAL program for at-risk youth aged 7-18 living in high-risk communities. The program will be launched as a pilot with approximately 2,500 children enrolled in 6 principal cities in Honduras. It will focus on promoting inclusivity and equitable athletic development through soccer activities and training for police officers and community volunteers.

The project goals include fostering gang resistance, reducing crime and violence among youth, improving the relationship between law enforcement personnel and communities, and increasing the capacity of HNP’s community police personnel to ensure program sustainability over time.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include U.S.-based non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs), U.S.-based educational institutions subject to section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. tax code or section 26 US 115 of the U.S. tax code, foreign-based non-profits/non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and foreign-based educational institutions with proven prior experience of similar programs/projects in Honduras or other countries in Central America.

Period of Performance
The project has an initial implementation length of 12 months with an estimated start date in November 2024. INL may extend the project implementation period up to five years based on priorities, recipient performance, management approvals, and funding availability.

Grant Value
$300,000 is available for one award with a minimum award amount of $150,000. The funding source is FY24 Central American Regional Security Initiative (CARSI) – Community Policing Funds under the Foreign Assistance Act.

Place of Performance
The priority country for this grant opportunity is Honduras, specifically targeting Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula, La Ceiba, Tela, La Paz, and Roatan as initial participating cities with intentions to expand to 18 departments nationwide.