National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) (97.076)
Program
97.076 National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)
Federal Agency
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (DHS)
Authorization
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act.
Program Number
97.076
Last Known Status
Active
Objectives
To support investigative and forensics support activities related to investigations of missing and exploited children, promote awareness of the child pornography tip line and Project Alert; and, in conjunction with other Federal law enforcement agencies, support the establishment and maintenance of a national resource center and clearinghouse dedicated to missing and exploited children issues.
Types of Assistance
Project Grants.
Uses and Use Restrictions
The NCMEC award is designated for a private, nonprofit organization (NPO) which meets Congress's objectives and programmatic criteria for preventing the abduction, abuse, and sexual exploitation of children; and/or assisting law enforcement agencies in the investigation and recovery of those children.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
Designated private nonprofit institution/organization.
Beneficiary Eligibility
General public.
Credentials/Documentation
None.
Application and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.
Application Procedure
The application process will include an SF 424, budget, program (or project) narrative, and assurances.
Award Procedure
The application will be reviewed by the program and administrative staff with an award provided annually as appropriated funds permit.
Deadlines
Contact the headquarters office for application deadline(s).
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Appeals
Not applicable.
Renewals
An annual appropriation is anticipated for this program.
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
No match required.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Varies depending on award.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
Financial and progress reports must be submitted in compliance with OMB Circular A-110. Frequency of the reports will be identified in the terms and conditions of the award.
Audits
In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular A-133 (Revised, June 27, 2003), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations," nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $500,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $500,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular A-133. These audits are due to the cognizant Federal agency not later than nine months after the end of the grantee's fiscal year.
Records
Financial records, supporting documents, statistical records, and all other records pertinent to a grant shall be retained for a period of at least three years after the grant has been closed or until an audit has been conducted that does not show any questionable costs.
Program Accomplishments
The NCMEC toll-free hotline has received more than 150,000 calls from parents, law enforcement, prosecutors and citizens seeking assistance or asking for information regarding missing children issues. NCMEC has also disseminated thousands of publications and provided training to several hundred law enforcement officers and prosecutors regarding online crime against children and child protection issues. NCMEC's Cyber Tip Line has received over 165,000 reports of child pornography and child sexual exploitation. NCMEC continues to receive hundreds of hits on their web page daily.
Financial Information
Account Identification
70-0400-0-1-751 (U.S. Secret Service); 70-0540-0-1-751 (FY 05 $200,000 - Project Alert, ICE).
Obligations
(Grants) FY 04 $4,970,000; FY 05 est $5,200,000; and FY 06 est $5,000,000.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Amount may vary.
Regulations, Guidelines and Literature
For additional information on program requirements and guidance, please contact the headquarters office at the address listed below.
Related Programs
16.543, Missing Children's Assistance.
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
None.
Headquarters Office
NCMEC/ David L. Schoonover, United States Secret Service, (202) 406-9277, David.Schoonover@usss.dhs.gov; NCMEC and Project Alert/Tatum King, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, (703) 293-8006, tatum.king@dhs.gov. Department of Homeland Security, 245 Murray Lane, Building #410, Washington, DC 20523.
Web Site Address
Examples of Funded Projects
None.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
Application is reviewed by the U.S. Secret Service and subject-matter experts. Application is evaluated according to the program objectives and goals established by Congress.
