Support for IKR Civil Society
ID: 354702Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Iraq (DOS-IRQ)

Award Range

$150K - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354702
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Iraq is offering a federal grant titled "Support for IKR Civil Society," aimed at enhancing the capacity of civil society groups in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region (IKR). The program encompasses six distinct objectives, including providing internships for law students, professional development for human rights NGOs, improving journalistic standards, training on modern water management techniques, fostering government engagement on water policies, and enhancing education for students with disabilities. This initiative is crucial for promoting democratic values and strengthening cultural ties between the U.S. and IKR through shared values and cooperation. The total funding available is $250,000, with applications due by July 1, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to ErbilPDGrants@state.gov for inquiries.

    Point(s) of Contact
    ErbilPDGrants@state.gov
    Files
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    Budget Narrative Sample Template.xls
    Budget.xls
    The document is a Budget Narrative Sample Template for federal government funding proposals, outlining the structure and components necessary for budget preparation. The template categorizes costs into various sections: Personnel, Fringe Benefits, Travel, Equipment, Supplies, Contractual, and Other Direct Costs. Each category includes specific descriptions to guide users in justifying their expenses. For instance, Personnel covers employee costs relevant to the project, while Fringe Benefits encompasses eligible contributions not included in the organization’s indirect cost rate agreement. Travel expenses must comply with U.S. government regulations, ensuring the use of cost-effective options. Equipment and Supplies are defined based on cost thresholds, with Equipment requiring items to have a minimum acquisition cost of $5,000. The template highlights the necessity for narrative justifications for each section, promoting transparency and clarity in budgetary requests. It culminates in a total costs summary, which aggregates direct and indirect costs for easy reference. This structured approach supports organizations in funding applications, ensuring concise and comprehensive budget presentations align with federal requirements for RFPs and grants.
    Grant Application form.docx
    Grant.bin
    Notice of Funding Opportunity - Support for IKR Civil Society.pdf
    Notice.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State, via the U.S. Consulate General in Erbil, announces a funding opportunity titled "Support for IKR Civil Society" with a total of $250,000 available. The goal is to build capacity among various civil society groups in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region (IKR) through a program with six distinct objectives. These include providing law students from rural universities with internships at local NGOs, offering professional development for human rights NGOs, improving journalistic standards among new journalists, training on modern water management techniques, fostering government engagement on water policies, and enhancing education for students with disabilities. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and public international organizations. Applications are due by July 1, 2024, for projects lasting up to one year. Funding restrictions ensure that funds support activities within the IKR. The selection process emphasizes program feasibility, organizational capacity, budget justification, monitoring and evaluation plans, and sustainability. This initiative seeks to strengthen ties between the U.S. and IKR, promoting shared values and understanding of U.S. perspectives through program activities. The project is managed as a grant backed by the FY24 Smith Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds, with a structured review and reporting process to track effectiveness and compliance.
    PreAward-RiskAssessTool.docx
    The file outlines a Sample Risk Assessment Tool designed for organizations involved in federal grants and contracts. It consists of various sections aimed at evaluating organizational structure, financial management, internal controls, accounting systems, budgetary controls, audit processes, consultant utilization, purchasing policies, personnel management, and travel regulations. Each section contains a series of yes/no questions along with space for comments, allowing organizations to demonstrate compliance with federal requirements. Key areas include the need for an established board of directors, proper handling of funds, maintenance of financial records, accounting system details, and adherence to audit standards. The overall purpose is to assess an organization's readiness and capability to manage federal funding responsibly. This evaluation is critical for ensuring accountability and transparency in the use of public funds while helping organizations identify areas for improvement before applying for government grants and contracts.
    SF424A.pdf
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