Project to Support the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Race, Ethnicity, and Social Inclusion (RESI) Goals
ID: 352302Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of State (DOS)

Award Range

$2M - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352302
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of State is offering a grant opportunity to support the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs' Race, Ethnicity, and Social Inclusion (RESI) goals, with a total funding amount of $1,973,359 available for a project period of 36 months. The initiative aims to promote equity and inclusion across Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Mexico, focusing on capacity building, advocacy training for civil society leaders, and the establishment of a fellowship program for young leaders. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based non-profit organizations, international NGOs, and educational institutions, with a strong encouragement for locally based NGOs to apply. Interested parties must submit their proposals through Grants.gov by April 12, 2024, and can direct inquiries to WHAGrants@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    WHAGrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Budget-Guidance-for-Applicants-Multiple-Funding-Types-December-2021 (3).xlsx
    Budget-Guidance-for-Applicants-Multiple-Funding-Types-December-2021.bin
    FY23 RESI NOFO.pdf
    FY23.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to support its Race, Ethnicity, and Social Inclusion (RESI) goals with a total funding amount of $1,973,359 for fiscal year 2023. The project aims to promote equity and inclusion in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Mexico over a planned duration of 36 months, starting in July 2024. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based non-profit organizations, overseas NGOs, and educational institutions, with a strong encouragement for locally based NGOs to apply. Key project components include capacity building, advocacy training for civil society leaders, establishment of a fellowship program for young leaders, and support for small grants. The request focuses on specific objectives tailored to each country to address barriers to inclusion for marginalized communities. This program seeks to facilitate partnerships among diverse stakeholders and measure progress through defined indicators. Applicants must comply with federal regulations and submission requirements outlined in the NOFO, with the application deadline set for April 12, 2024.
    PSI RESI Updated 3-6-24.pdf
    PSI RESI.pdf
    PSI.pdf
    The document outlines the Proposal Submission Instructions (PSI) for applicants seeking federal grants through the U.S. Department of State. It details the requirements for submission, including eligibility criteria, technical format, and mandatory attachments such as the SF-424 forms and a detailed budget. The instructions emphasize the importance of using the State Award Management System (SAMS) and include technical format specifications, proposing documents to be single-spaced, 12-point font, and formatted for A4 or letter-sized paper. Key components of the application include the Table of Contents, Executive Summary, Proposal Narrative, Performance Monitoring Plan, and a Gender Analysis. The review process is structured around specific technical criteria with a total of 100 points available, assessing project quality, planning, organizational capability, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability of outcomes. The document also stresses the applicants' responsibility for risk assessments and adherence to financial management standards as laid out in 2 CFR 200. Overall, the PSI aims to ensure comprehensive, innovative, and impactful proposals in alignment with federal guidelines and priorities for effective project implementation.
    Q&A SFOP0010239 3.pdf
    Q&A SFOP0010239 4.pdf
    Q&A.pdf
    The document addresses questions and responses related to the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) SFOP0010239, aimed at supporting the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs' Race, Ethnicity, and Social Inclusion (RESI) goals. Key points include clarification on application submission, confirming that all applicants must use grants.gov for submissions and outlining support resources for technical issues. The narrative proposal should be limited to 10 pages, excluding supplementary materials, correcting a discrepancy with another document. It emphasizes capacity-building training for marginalized community leaders, which can include job training initiatives alongside advocacy and management strategies, and can be conducted by the primary applicant or partnered organizations. Furthermore, it states that NGOs based overseas, like those in Argentina, are eligible to apply. The document serves to clarify expectations and support for entities interested in pursuing RESI project funding, fostering inclusivity and effective advocacy in targeted regions.
    QA SFOP0010239 1.pdf
    QA SFOP0010239 2.pdf
    QA SFOP0010239 5.pdf
    QA.pdf
    The NOFO SFOP0010239 seeks proposals for a project supporting the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs' Race, Ethnicity, and Social Inclusion (RESI) goals across Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Mexico. It clarifies that public international organizations can apply, and although a single grant of up to $1,973,359 will be awarded, applicants must include activities for all five specified countries. Submissions should not exceed 10 pages, excluding certain attachments like detailed budgets, which have no page limit. The request encourages partnerships and subgrants with locally based NGOs but requires that applications originate from a prime applicant. The document outlines expectations for workforce development in the tech sector, emphasizing the development of skills and digital literacy to bridge gaps in marginalized communities. Overall, the NOFO underscores the importance of inclusive proposals that address social issues within the specified geographic context, while providing structured guidance on application requirements and expectations.
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