Federal Cooperative Agreement Summary

The City of Knoxville received a $631,577 Cooperative Agreement award from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) under the Missing Children's Assistance program (CFDA 16.543), effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. This award supports the Tennessee Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force's multi-jurisdictional efforts to investigate and prosecute crimes against children across the state. Funding will be allocated for equipment acquisition, personnel support, software licensing, professional certifications, and specialized training to enhance investigative capabilities and prosecution outcomes against child predators.

The Tennessee ICAC Task Force leverages this federal support to maintain and expand its network of 77 affiliate law enforcement agencies while providing investigative assistance to non-affiliate agencies throughout the state. The award enables investigators to access contemporary training programs, maintain current software licenses, and acquire state-of-the-art investigative equipment necessary to address evolving threats including dark web activities and sophisticated encryption technologies. The Task Force remains committed to expanding its affiliate network and strengthening collaborative relationships with prosecutors, law enforcement agencies, and partner institutions to increase operational effectiveness in protecting children and combating online exploitation.