§ Federal grant opportunity · DFOP0019287

    Track 2.0 Peacebuilding and Dialogue Support

    Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor is accepting applications for Track 2.0 Peacebuilding and Dialogue Support. The deadline is August 13, 2026 and the published award range is $2.0M.

    Key facts

    Funder
    Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor
    Application deadline
    August 13, 2026
    Award range
    $2.0M
    Eligibility
    The following organizations are eligible to apply; include all that apply, and indicate US, foreign, or both. For example: - US or foreign not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations - Public and private educational institutions - Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions
    Geography
    United States
    Focus areas
    Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification)
    Opportunity number
    DFOP0019287

    Program overview

    The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for a rapid response mechanism to support Track 2.0 style peacebuilding convenings in conflict-affected regions of strategic importance to the United States. This program will provide flexible, timely support for convening civil society actors, activists, journalists, and other key stakeholders who are essential to advancing and sustaining peace processes in priority regions including Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cambodia, Thailand, DRC, Rwanda, and other conflict affected regions of strategic importance.

    How to apply

    1. Confirm your organization meets the eligibility criteria above.
    2. Read the full funding opportunity announcement from Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor.
    3. Draft your narrative against the funder's stated priorities and review criteria.
    4. Submit before August 13, 2026, allowing time for registration and validation.

    View the official funding announcement

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