Empowering Nepal’s Marginalized and Vulnerable to Respond to COVID-19
ID: 330107Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Nepal USAID-Kathmandu (USAID-NEP)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/330107

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    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is forecasting a grant opportunity titled "Empowering Nepal's Marginalized and Vulnerable to Respond to COVID-19," aimed at supporting local actors in Nepal to address the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. This initiative invites proposals that focus on empowering marginalized communities, enhancing their resilience, and addressing the secondary effects of the pandemic, with a funding request limit of $500,000 per project and a total funding pool of $2 million. The application deadline for concept submissions is January 18, 2021, and interested organizations are encouraged to direct inquiries to Pramila Dongol at kathmanduoaaexchange@usaid.gov. Compliance with USAID standards and collaboration with local governments are essential components of the proposal process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Pramila Dongol Acquisition and Assistance Specialist
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    kathmanduoaaexchange@usaid.gov
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    Amendment No. 02 APS No. 72036721APS00001.pdf
    Amendment.pdf
    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) issued an Annual Program Statement (APS) targeting the empowerment of marginalized and vulnerable communities in Nepal to address the impacts of COVID-19. The initiative invites proposals to support short-term needs while enhancing long-term resilience among affected populations. Through Amendment No. 02, the document clarifies eligibility criteria for applicants, highlighting that eligible organizations must be local actors in Nepal and provide justification for their geographical focus. Each project proposal can request funding up to $500,000, with a total funding pool of $2 million. The document outlines the application timeline, with a submission deadline set for January 18, 2021, and provides extensive responses to frequently asked questions to guide applicants. Key considerations include the necessity for proposals to address the secondary effects of COVID-19, the requirement for collaboration with local governments, and the importance of justifying proposed interventions. Additionally, the document specifies that no preference is given for specific regions, allowing applicants flexibility in selecting project locations. Compliance with USAID standards and local regulations is emphasized throughout the application process.
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