Alumni Grants Program
ID: 355404Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Moldova (DOS-MDA)

Award Range

$20K - $40K

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/355404
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Moldova is offering the Alumni Grants Program, a federal grant initiative aimed at promoting Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) through community-driven projects. Eligible applicants, specifically alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs, are encouraged to submit proposals that enhance educational access, foster social entrepreneurship, or improve local accessibility and inclusivity, with a preference for project teams comprising at least two alumni. The total funding available for this program is $85,000, with individual awards ranging from $20,000 to $40,000, and applications must be submitted by August 19, 2024. For further inquiries, applicants can contact the grantor at moldovagrants@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    moldovagrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    ApplicationFormat.docx
    The U.S. Embassy Grants Program outlines the application format for organizations seeking funding. It emphasizes adherence to specific guidelines and mandates that submissions be made in English, using a designated online form after drafting responses in a Word document. Key information required includes legal and banking details of the applicant organization, registration with SAM.GOV, and an authorized representative's information. Applications must encompass clear project descriptions, including goals, objectives, activities, and sustainability plans, while detailing a budget summary categorizing expenses such as personnel, travel, and indirect costs. Organizations must justify their projects and represent their capacity through the monitoring and evaluation of anticipated impacts. Additionally, certifications regarding any federal debt delinquency need to be disclosed as part of the accountability process. This call for applications serves to channel federal funding towards eligible organizations, promoting structured project development that aligns with U.S. interests abroad while ensuring compliance with established criteria.
    BudgetTemplate.xlsx
    The document outlines a budget proposal template for federal grants or RFPs, specifically referencing the opportunity number PAS-CHISINAU-FY19-XX-XXXX. It includes sections dedicated to various budget categories such as personnel, fringe benefits, travel, equipment, supplies, contractual, other direct costs, and indirect costs. Each category requires detailed entries, indicating unit type, number of units, unit cost, total cost, total requested, and total cost share, primarily in designated cells to ensure proper formatting and calculations. The main objective is to guide applicants in submitting a comprehensive and structured budget proposal that accurately reflects their financial requests. Instructions emphasize the importance of detailing costs associated with personnel working on the program, including mandatory employer taxes and specified fringe benefits. Each category requires clarity on costs linked directly to program activities, while distinguishing between direct and indirect costs, including the necessity for justifications for any indirect rates applied. This structured approach is essential for transparency and compliance in government funding requests, ensuring that proposals are clearly justified and aligned with federal guidelines. The emphasis on organized data entry facilitates efficient processing and evaluation by funding bodies.
    MonitoringEvaluationPlan.docx
    The document outlines a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Plan template, intended to guide the completion of a M&E framework for projects related to federal Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and grants. The framework emphasizes the establishment of explicit project goals, with a recommended limit of three objectives, each accompanied by a results indicator and at least one related activity with an output indicator. Key components of the M&E plan include defining quantitative baselines and targets, along with detailed data sources aimed at tracking sex/age disaggregation. The structure consists of sections for each objective, activity, and their respective indicators, outlining expectations for frequency in reporting. This template serves as a systematic approach to ensure effective measuring and assessment of project outcomes, crucial for compliance with funding requirements and accountability in government-funded initiatives.
    PDS-CHISINAU-FY24-04_2024-07-16.docx
    The U.S. Embassy in Moldova is offering funding through its Alumni Grants Program, aimed at U.S. government-sponsored exchange program alumni. The initiative seeks proposals that address challenges related to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) within communities, promoting systemic change. Projects can focus on enhancing educational access, fostering social entrepreneurship, or improving local accessibility and inclusion, with awards ranging from $20,000 to $40,000 and a total funding pool of $85,000. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations with a preference for project teams that comprise at least two alumni. Proposals must include a clear implementation plan, budget justification, and a monitoring and evaluation strategy. The application deadline is August 19, 2024, with anticipated awards announced by September 15, 2024. The document outlines eligibility criteria, funding restrictions, and submission requirements while emphasizing the importance of aligning project goals with DEIA values. It serves as a competitive opportunity for enhancing community well-being through innovative solutions designed by empowered alumni. Applications will be evaluated based on factors such as program idea quality, organizational capacity, sustainability, and engagement with underserved communities.
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