FY 2024 Notice of Funding Opportunity for NGO Programs Supporting Refugees and Asylum Seekers in Thailand, Malaysia, Nepal, and India
ID: 353083Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration (DOS-PRM)

Award Range

$500K - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Additional Information

www.state.gov
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) is offering a funding opportunity for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to support programs aiding refugees and asylum seekers in Thailand, Malaysia, Nepal, and India for fiscal year 2024. Eligible applicants include nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, as well as international organizations, with a focus on humanitarian assistance and collaboration to address the needs of vulnerable populations. The funding amounts range from $500,000 to $2,000,000, with proposals due by April 25, 2024. Interested organizations can find additional information and guidance by contacting PRM at PRM-EAP-SCA-EAPSouthAsia@state.gov.

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    The document provides instructions for completing the PRM Indicator Table for fiscal year 2024, which is essential for organizations seeking PRM funding. It emphasizes the use of standardized indicators from the PRM NGO Guidelines to ensure consistent data collection and reporting. Key components include specifying sector/sub-sector associations, setting baseline values, developing year-by-year and cumulative targets, and detailing data collection methods and responsibilities. Three mandatory indicators must be included in every proposal. Additionally, the document allows for custom indicators, recommending a limit of five per objective. Significant changes from FY 2023 are highlighted, and organizations are guided on how to report achieved values accurately. The importance of disaggregating data is underscored to better understand the demographics of individuals reached through funding. Overall, this document serves as a comprehensive guide to aligning program objectives with PRM’s monitoring and evaluation protocols while promoting accountability and effectiveness in humanitarian funding initiatives.
    The FY 2024 General NGO Guidelines for Overseas Assistance, issued by the Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM), outline essential funding application requirements for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) aiding refugees and vulnerable populations. PRM’s mission emphasizes humanitarian assistance through collaboration with NGOs and multilateral organizations, ensuring humanitarian principles are embedded in U.S. foreign policy. The updated guidelines detail application processes, registration requirements via SAM.gov and Grants.gov, and significant changes to funding submissions, including streamlined proposal formats and enhanced emphasis on risk assessments and security plans. New instructions for post-distribution monitoring and reduced proposal page limits aim to improve the efficiency of applications. Additionally, the document specifies prerequisites such as proposal narratives, budgets, and indicators in line with PRM's performance measures. Emphasis is placed on gender-focused analysis, community participation, and accountability to affected populations in program designs. The guidelines reinforce the importance of protecting participants’ interests and ensuring sustainability and capacity-building within local entities. This comprehensive framework reflects PRM's commitment to addressing humanitarian needs through effective partnerships, setting the stage for innovative responses to global crises while ensuring clarity and responsiveness in funding applications.
    The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) outlines essential performance indicators for tracking the effectiveness of funded humanitarian programs in fiscal year 2023. The document delineates categories and definitions for mandatory indicators applicable to all PRM-funded initiatives, emphasizing direct outreach and assistance to vulnerable populations, including refugees and displaced persons. Key indicators include the number of individuals directly reached, funding allocated to local organizations, participant feedback on service quality, and various sector-specific measures across health, education, food security, and protection. The framework promotes accountability through participant feedback mechanisms, capacity building for government and NGOs, and emphasizes the importance of inclusion, particularly for persons with disabilities. Health services, food security activities, and educational outreach are crucial focuses to enhance community well-being. The guidelines enforce regular monitoring and reporting, ensuring program adjustments in response to collected data. Overall, the document serves to direct PRM-funded initiatives towards the comprehensive management of resources and assistance aimed at improving the lives of displaced and vulnerable populations.
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