Administrative Support: Mobile American Space
ID: 354924Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Sri Lanka (DOS-LKA)

Award Range

$75K - $100K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Sri Lanka is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Administrative Support: Mobile American Space," aimed at fostering connections among youth in Sri Lanka to promote democratic governance and respect for human rights. The initiative seeks partner organizations to implement a Mobile American Space that will deliver educational programs across a minimum of 10 districts, reaching over 7,000 young Sri Lankans over a 30-month period, with a focus on civil society and independent media. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, civil society/non-governmental organizations based in Sri Lanka, think tanks, and public and private educational institutions. The funding for this cooperative agreement ranges from $75,000 to $100,000, with a proposal submission deadline of July 26, 2024. For inquiries, interested parties can contact the US Embassy Colombo Public Affairs Grant Management Team at ColomboPDGrants@state.gov or visit their grant opportunities webpage for more information.

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    The Applicant Organizational Information Sheet is a comprehensive form required for organizations applying for federal grants or cooperative agreements. It collects essential details about the organization, including its name, type (non-profit, for-profit, governmental, etc.), incorporation status, program director, financial officer, and governance structure. The form also assesses the organization's financial management capabilities, such as whether it uses an automated accounting system, maintains a general ledger, and tracks costs for individual projects. Additionally, it inquires about compliance with federal regulations, management policies, past audit experiences, and any tax liability issues. The document concludes with a certification statement where an authorized representative affirms the accuracy of the provided information. This organizational sheet serves as a key component in evaluating an applicant’s eligibility and capacity to manage awarded funds effectively and adhere to government standards.
    The M&E Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) document serves as a vital program management tool to evaluate the progress of federal grants and funded projects. It outlines how grantees will measure performance and outcomes against objectives established in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The PMP includes detailed methodologies for data collection, specifying indicators and management structures for monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities. Grantees must illustrate their capacity to implement the plan and describe expenditures related to M&E. Additionally, the document emphasizes the importance of a Theory of Change, which articulates the desired outcomes relating activities to results through clear "If-Then" statements. A datasheet in the PMP consolidates essential project information, including goals, audience, problem statements, and multiple objectives with corresponding outcomes and indicators. This thorough and flexible approach ensures continuous improvement and reporting accountability throughout the grant period, aligning with government RFP regulations and enhancing project effectiveness. The PMP must receive approval from the designated M&E specialist before finalizing the grants package.
    The PAS Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) provides guidance for grantees in developing and maintaining their PMP templates. This resource aims to ensure transparency and consistency in evaluating program effectiveness and measuring progress toward goals. Essential concepts include evaluation, monitoring, theory of change, goals, objectives, outcomes, outputs, activities, and indicators. The document emphasizes maintaining alignment between the PMP and proposal narratives, ensuring that activities and objectives are clearly defined and measurable using SMART criteria. Grantees are advised on the appropriate selection of data collection methods, which may include surveys, focus groups, and document reviews. The PMP requires a quarterly update on targets versus actual results, with predefined reporting quarters. It also includes references to useful online resources for effective data collection and analysis. The overarching purpose of the PMP instructions is to aid organizations in demonstrating accountability and enhancing decision-making through credible evaluation and monitoring processes, crucial for fulfilling federal and state grant requirements and successfully managing investments in public programs.
    The provided document outlines a funding opportunity from an unspecified organization, detailing the cost structure for an associated project. It specifies various expenditure categories, including personnel, fringe benefits, travel, equipment, supplies, contractual agreements, and other direct costs, all of which currently reflect a total cost of $0.00. The document is structured to itemize each category for both international and local staff, as well as travel and equipment costs, with sub-totals provided for each section. However, no actual costs or personnel details are listed. The overall purpose of this document is to present a framework for budgeting in response to government Requests for Proposals (RFPs) or grants, allowing potential applicants to organize their financial requirements clearly for consideration. Despite its detailed layout, the lack of specific financial information suggests this is a template or a draft document that requires further input for a formal proposal submission.
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