IRF FY25 Nigeria Strengthening Capacity of the Legal Community
Agency: Office of International Religious Freedom
Assistance Listings: 19.345 -- International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor
Last Updated: June 2, 2026
Description
The Office of International Religious Freedom (IRF) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that support Nigeria’s legal community to defend religious freedom and constructively engage state actors on cases involving religious freedom violations, including violations of mutually reinforcing rights, such as the freedoms of association, assembly, expression, and movement.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
Consult Section B.1 for eligibility information.
Grantor contact information
Description
IRFGrants@state.gov
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Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Budget_Template_FY26_with_MTDC_Calculation_Final.xlsx | Budget Template FY26 | Jun 2, 2026 08:56 PM UTC |
| 2026_IRF_PSI_for_Applications.pdf | 2026 IRF PSI for Applications | Jun 2, 2026 08:55 PM UTC |
| FY25_IRF_NOFO_-_Nigeria_Legal_Sector_full_disclosure.pdf | FY25 IRF NOFO - Nigeria Legal Sector | Jun 2, 2026 08:55 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
Closed: July 9, 2026
Award
$--
Program Funding
1
Expected awards
$3,500,000
Award Minimum
$3,500,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
DFOP0018450
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
No
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
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Category of Funding Activity:
Law justice and legal services
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
1
Posted date:
June 2, 2026
Archive date:
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