Better Tools for Fair Cotton: Traceability Solutions to Protect U.S. Supply Chains from Chinese Forced Labor
Bureau of International Labor Affairs · Department of Labor · FOA-ILAB-26-42
In plain English
Bureau of International Labor Affairs (Department of Labor) has announced this as a forecast: an opportunity it expects to post. It is not open for applications yet. Estimated posting date: Aug 5, 2026 (this estimate has passed and the agency has not posted it yet). Estimated application due date: Sep 4, 2026.
Awards are up to $6,000,000 each, the agency expects to make 1 award and estimated total program funding is $6,000,000.
Eligibility is described in the listing text (the "Others" category).
The listing says cost sharing or matching is not required.
Built only from the fields in the Grants.gov listing. Always confirm on the official listing.
Key facts
| Status | Forecasted: not open yet |
|---|---|
| Agency note on the deadline | Applications must be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time. |
| Estimated posting date | Aug 5, 2026 (estimate has passed) |
| Estimated application due date | Sep 4, 2026 |
| Estimated project start | Nov 10, 2026 |
| Fiscal year | 2026 |
| Forecast posted | Jul 17, 2026 |
| Opportunity number | FOA-ILAB-26-42 |
| Agency | Bureau of International Labor Affairs (Department of Labor) |
| Funding instrument | Cooperative agreement |
| Category | Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification) |
| Opportunity category | Discretionary |
| Award ceiling (max per award) | $6,000,000 |
| Award floor (min per award) | $6,000,000 |
| Estimated total program funding | $6,000,000 |
| Expected number of awards | 1 |
| Cost sharing or matching required | No |
| Assistance listing (CFDA/ALN) | 17.401 – International Labor Programs |
| Last updated on Grants.gov | Jul 17, 2026 |
Who can apply
- Others (see the eligibility details in the listing)
Additional eligibility information (excerpt from the listing):
Eligible applicants include any commercial, international, educational, or non-profit organizations, including any faith-based organizations, community-based organizations, or public international organizations (PIOs). Faith-based organizations are encouraged to apply, as are all organizations. Those that meet the eligibility requirements may receive awards under this funding opportunity. …
Description
Excerpt from the official forecast on Grants.gov (shortened; read the full text on the official listing):
The Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB), U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL, or the Department), announces the availability of approximately $6 million total costs (subject to the availability of Federal funds) for one cooperative agreement to fund a project that will strengthen traceability and responsible sourcing in cotton supply chains in South Asia. These efforts will enhance the reputation of U.S.-produced cotton as a sustainable and labor-compliant alternative, further promoting export opportunities for American producers. The duration of the project will be 36 months from the award date. Applicants may propose a shorter period of performance in line with their proposed strategy. …
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