DRL FY24 Supporting Civil Society Advocacy and Resilience in Sri Lanka
ID: 357848Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor (DOS-DRL)

Award Range

$987K - $987K

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/357848

Additional Information

https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_d_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=6b9c1ad187a2da10203441d6cebb3514&view=Default
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    Description

    The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) of the U.S. Department of State is inviting applications for the grant titled "DRL FY24 Supporting Civil Society Advocacy and Resilience in Sri Lanka." This initiative aims to enhance civil society resilience and advocacy efforts to foster a vibrant civic space in Sri Lanka, welcoming proposals from a diverse range of organizations, including non-profits, educational institutions, and for-profit entities. The grant has a fixed funding amount of $986,500, with a single award anticipated, and applications must be submitted by February 17, 2025. Interested applicants can find more information and submission guidelines by contacting drl-sca-programinfo@state.gov or visiting the provided link for additional details.

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    PSI.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) has issued updated Proposal Submission Instructions for federal grants and applications. The document outlines eligibility criteria for applicants, which include U.S.-based and foreign non-profit organizations, public international organizations, educational institutions, and qualified for-profit entities. It emphasizes the need for established partnerships and relevant experience in program administration. Key submission components include standardized forms (SF-424), a focused proposal narrative, detailed budgets, and various analyses regarding risk, monitoring, and gender inclusion. Proper registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and compliance with other regulatory requirements is essential for eligibility. The proposal review process is detailed, specifying criteria for evaluation. Additionally, the document underscores the importance of non-discriminatory practices in program execution and encourages strong applications that demonstrate an understanding of local contexts and diverse stakeholder engagement. Through these measures, DRL aims to enhance funding applications related to human rights and democracy initiatives globally.
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