CRDF Global

What CRDF Global does

CRDF Global is an independent nonprofit organization founded in 1995 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, that serves as a trusted implementer of U.S. government-funded security assistance and capacity-building programs across more than 120 countries. The organization delivers services across six core areas: CBRNE security and counterproliferation, cybersecurity and digital resilience, research/data/emerging technology security, security cooperation and exchanges, border security and strategic trade controls, and health security and research. Its delivery model is built on a hub-and-spoke architecture with regional hubs in Kyiv, Amman, Almaty, Manila, and a Warsaw field office, enabling rapid program deployment in challenging environments. Core capabilities include travel and logistics, specialized equipment procurement, technical training, fellowships and exchanges, grants management, and security strengthening, supported by integrated solutions spanning program design, quality framework, monitoring/evaluation, and remote learning.

CRDF Global generates revenue primarily through cost-reimbursable and fixed-price grants and contracts from U.S. federal agencies including the Department of State (EXBS, ISN/ECC, NEA, INR, INL), DoD/DTRA, CDC, NIH, DOE/NNSA, and USDA. Secondary funding streams include international government and foundation support, notably from Global Affairs Canada and the Carnegie Corporation of New York. Programs range from $50,000 to $150 million in scale. The organization manages several flagship programs including the Robin Copeland Memorial Fellowship (RCMF) for women in CBRN security, the Cyber Defense Assistance Collaborative (CDAC) consortium delivering cyber defense assistance to Ukraine, and the CyberDefenders veteran reintegration program. In July 2023, CRDF Global acquired Development Innovations Group LLC to expand its international development capabilities.

Notable operational outcomes include 1,600 cyber defense tools donated and 800+ training courses delivered to Ukrainian government entities through CDAC, successful ICAO audit passage by the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority in February 2023, and successful U.S. Coast Guard assessment of the Port of Aqaba in September 2023. The organization is led by CEO Michael Dignam, with Tina Dolph as President and COO, and Alonzo Fulgham as Chairman of the Board (appointed February 2026).

Name

CRDF Global

Legal name

CRDF Global

Website

https://crdfglobal.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

CRDF Global is a nonprofit founded in 1995 that implements U.S. government-funded security assistance, capacity-building, and training programs across 120+ countries, serving DoD, State Department, CDC, NIH, and allied foreign government ministries through six regional hubs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International Security Assistance Services

NAICS

National Security and International Affairs (9281), International Affairs (92812)

SIC

International Affairs (9721)

akta.pro primary industry

Peace, Security Sector Reform & Stabilization Programs (BPADABAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cyber Defense & Information Security (National Security) (BPAIAHAE), Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus & Resilience Programming (BPADAEAK)

Keywords

• Security assistance programs
• Capacity building services
• Cybersecurity training programs
• Nonproliferation training
• International development services

Headquarters

HQ city

Arlington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. U.S. Federal Government Grants and Contracts: CRDF Global receives the majority of its funding from U.S. government agencies including the Department of State (Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation, EXBS Program), Department of Defense (DTRA), CDC, NIH, DOE/NNSA, USDA, and others. These are cost-reimbursable or fixed-price awards for security assistance, training, and capacity building programs.
2. International Government and Foundation Funding: Funding from foreign governments (e.g., Global Affairs Canada), international organizations, and private foundations such as the Carnegie Corporation of New York supports fellowship programs (e.g., Robin Copeland Memorial Fellowship) and bilateral security assistance projects.
3. Acquisition of Development Innovations Group LLC: On July 31, 2023, CRDF Global completed its acquisition of Development Innovations Group LLC, a small international development firm. This acquisition was intended to expand CRDF Global's capabilities and combined impact on security and development missions worldwide.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

CRDF Global is an independent nonprofit organization that designs and implements international security assistance and capacity-building programs on behalf of U.S. federal agencies (DoD, State Department, CDC, NIH, DOE/NNSA), allied foreign governments, and private foundations. Its core services span CBRNE counterproliferation, cybersecurity and digital resilience, research and emerging technology security, border and strategic trade controls, health security, and international security cooperation, delivered through regional hubs in Kyiv, Amman, Almaty, and Manila. The organization also runs named programs including the Robin Copeland Memorial Fellowship, the CyberDefenders veteran program, and the Cyber Defense Assistance Collaborative (CDAC) consortium for Ukraine.

Product overview

CRDF Global is a non-profit organization that operates as a portfolio of security assistance programs and capacity-building services rather than a unified software product. The organization delivers its mission through six core service areas (CBRNE Security, Cybersecurity & Digital Resilience, Research & Emerging Technology Security, Security Cooperation & Exchanges, Border Security & Strategic Trade Controls, and Health Security & Research), supported by six delivery capabilities (Travel & Logistics, Equipment Procurement, Trainings, Fellowships, Grants, and Security Strengthening) and four integrated solutions (Program Design & Management, Quality Framework, Monitoring & Evaluation, and Remote Training). Key named programs include the Robin Copeland Memorial Fellowship (women's leadership in CBRN security since 2012), CyberDefenders (Ukrainian veteran cyber training), and CDAC (Cyber Defense Assistance Collaborative for Ukraine). The 2023 acquisition of Development Innovations Group LLC expanded their international development footprint.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Robin Copeland Memorial Fellowship (RCMF): A fellowship program that builds technical capacity and leadership among early- to mid-career professionals through tailored trainings, regional networks, and sustained mentorship in CBRN security and nonproliferation
• Cyber Defense Assistance Collaborative (CDAC)

Products and services

• CBRNE Security & Counterproliferation Capacity-building and technical assistance program that helps partner nations prevent the proliferation and misuse of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) materials through training, fellowships (e.g., Robin Copeland Memorial Fellowship), and advisory engagements.
• Cybersecurity & Digital Resilience Cyber defense training, incident response preparedness, cyber exercises (e.g., Cyber Fortress, Capture the Flag competitions), and capacity building delivered to government ministries, national CSIRTs, and critical infrastructure operators in partner countries.
• Research, Data & Emerging Technology Security Programming that addresses security challenges related to research integrity, data protection, and emerging technologies, including trusted collaboration and digital culture initiatives with ministries and research institutions.
• Security Cooperation & Exchanges International security partnerships, knowledge sharing, and professional exchange programs that connect security practitioners across partner countries, including the SHE DEFENDS: CYBER & OSINT competition and training initiative.
• Border Security & Strategic Trade Controls Programs that help partner nations strengthen border controls and implement strategic trade regulations to prevent illicit proliferation, including aviation security, maritime security (e.g., ISPS implementation), and cargo risk management.
• Health Security & Research Programs focused on global health preparedness, disease surveillance, and health research security, including CDC and NIH-funded initiatives and the RePORT India Consortium coordination across nine Indian medical research institutions.
• Robin Copeland Memorial Fellowship (RCMF) Year-long fellowship program that builds technical capacity and leadership among early- to mid-career women professionals in CBRN security and nonproliferation, with tailored trainings, regional networks, and sustained mentorship. Active since 2012, with 100+ alumnae across 20+ countries.
• CyberDefenders Cyber veteran reintegration program that provides cybersecurity training and education to Ukrainian veterans, helping them transition to civilian life and build careers in digital security.
• Cyber Defense Assistance Collaborative (CDAC) Consortium of leading cybersecurity companies, former U.S. government officials, and top cyber defense leaders, managed by CRDF Global, that provides operational cyber defense assistance to Ukraine through public-private partnerships, mobilizing threat intelligence, technology, training, and advisory services.
• RePORT India Consortium Coordination Administrative coordination services for the RePORT India Consortium, managing seven tuberculosis cohort studies across nine Indian medical research institutions and coordinating with five U.S. academic research teams and funding organizations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 60 capacity building events conducted in first 6 months of 2023 in Ukraine, reaching 9,700 participants from 1,900 organizations
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.

• SecDevcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 December 2024CRDF Global and SecDev formed a strategic partnership in cybersecurity in December 2024. The partnership aims to advance digital resilience initiatives leveraging both organizations' expertise and networks.
• APTelecomsecondaryStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 November 2024CRDF Global and APTelecom signed a strategic agreement in November 2024 to advance digital resilience initiatives. APTelecom is a telecommunications company operating in the Indo-Pacific region.
• EnergoatomcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 March 2024CRDF Global signed an MOU with Energoatom, the operator of Ukraine's nuclear power plants, in March 2024 to deepen collaboration across digital security domains including critical infrastructure protection.
• Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MESU)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 March 2024CRDF Global and MESU signed an MOU in March 2024 to strengthen cooperation in research security and trusted collaboration, digital culture and cybersecurity, critical infrastructure protection and resilience, and building Ukraine's national technology and innovations ecosystem. Collaboration includes exchange of international best practices, training, grant support, and research and curriculum development.
• Cyber Defense Assistance Collaborative (CDAC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022CDAC is a consortium of leading cybersecurity companies, former U.S. government officials, and top cyber defense leaders formed in 2022 and managed by CRDF Global. CDAC provides operational cyber defense assistance to Ukraine through public-private partnerships, mobilizing threat intelligence, technology, training, and advisory services. Members include major cybersecurity companies and volunteers.
• CyberUnit.TechcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCyberUnit.Tech (Ukrainian-Korean cybersecurity company founded by Yegor Aushev in 2015) partnered with CRDF Global and Ukraine's NSDC to build cyber defenses through public-private partnerships. Activities include organizing cyber exercises, bug bounty programs, hackathons, and launching Ukraine's first national cyber range. CRDF Global worked with CyberUnit.Tech to deliver the SHE DEFENDS: CYBER & OSINT competition in January 2026.
• Global Affairs CanadacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal Affairs Canada has provided strategic and financial support for CRDF Global programs, including the SHE DEFENDS: CYBER & OSINT competition (with NCCC and Cyber Unit Technologies) and the Robin Copeland Memorial Fellowship. CRDF Global operates as the implementing partner for Canadian-funded security assistance in Ukraine and the MENA region.
• U.S. Department of State EXBS ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCRDF Global works in support of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation Office of Export Control Cooperation (ISN/ECC) Export Control and Related Border Security (EXBS) Program to strengthen regional security across aviation, maritime, border, and cyber domains in MENA and beyond.
• International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAEA participates as an expert contributor in CRDF Global programs, including the Robin Copeland Memorial Fellowship (RCMF) where IAEA contributed lectures on Industrial Irradiators and Accelerators during the Nuklear Malaysia study tour.
• World Institute for Nuclear Security (WINS)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerWINS participates as an expert contributor in CRDF Global's RCMF program and other nuclear security initiatives, providing training and networking opportunities for fellows.
• Sandia National LaboratoriessecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerSandia National Laboratories serves as a host institution for Robin Copeland Memorial Fellowship fellows, providing practical exposure to nonproliferation and CBRN security practitioners in the U.S. national laboratory system.
• Nuklear MalaysiasecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerNuklear Malaysia serves as a host institution for RCMF fellows, providing month-long study tours including lectures on SMRs, MORC, UNSCR 1540, and technical site visits to nuclear facilities in Malaysia.
• National Authority on Electronic Certification & Cyber Security (AKSK) of AlbaniasecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerAKSK partnered with CRDF Global to deliver the 'Cyber Fortress' cybersecurity training exercise in Albania in July 2024, convening 40 professionals from Albania and Kosovo for cybersecurity capacity building supported by the U.S. Department of State.
• National Authority on Electronic Certification and Cyber Security (CESK) of AlbaniasecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCRDF Global co-hosted a two-day cybersecurity and cyber hygiene workshop with CESK in February 2024, with approximately 50 in-person and 350 online participants from Albania's public sector.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Chemonics International: Large implementer of donor-funded international development and security assistance programs for USAID, State Department, and DoD; directly comparable as a prime contractor on capacity building, governance, and counter-CBRN programs worldwide.
• DAI (Development Alternatives, Inc.): Global development and security services firm implementing donor-funded programs in governance, stabilization, and CBRN/cyber capacity building; competes with CRDF Global for the same pool of U.S. federal security assistance awards.
• Creative Associates International: Implementer of U.S.-funded stabilization, counterterrorism, and security-sector programming with a strong regional field-office footprint; directly comparable model of donor-funded capacity building for allied governments.
• Pact: Nonprofit international development organization delivering donor-funded programs in governance, health, and security; comparable in organizational form, funder base, and capacity-building service line to CRDF Global.
• Winrock International: Nonprofit implementer of USAID, State, and other donor-funded programs, with active security and counter-WMD work; closely comparable as a mission-driven, donor-funded contractor with a regional hub model.
• IREX: International nonprofit implementing USAID and State Department programs in education, civil society, and cyber/independent media; comparable scale, funder base, and program-delivery mandate to CRDF Global.

Broad incumbents

• RTI International: Larger research and implementation nonprofit with a substantial international development portfolio including security-sector programs; broader and larger but overlapping on donor-funded capacity building for U.S. agencies.
• Booz Allen Hamilton: Large U.S. government services prime with established international security assistance and cyber defense practices; competes with CRDF Global for higher-dollar State Department and DoD awards but offers a much broader service portfolio.
• SAIC: Major federal services and IT prime whose International Development Services portfolio was previously led by Glen Schuhmacher (now at CRDF Global); directly relevant incumbent that has competed for — and shed — similar international security assistance work.
• Tetra Tech: Large consulting and engineering firm with an international development practice implementing donor-funded programs in governance, environment, and security; comparable as a federal contractor with global field presence, though broader in scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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