Opportunity Information: Apply for M NOFO 16 103
Apply for M NOFO 16 103
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to India in the education, environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "U.S.-India Conference on Waste Management" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 13, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 12, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $175,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S.-India Conference on Waste Management grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: M NOFO 16 103) is a discretionary funding program from the Department of State, U.S. Mission to India, administered through the U.S. Consulate General Public Affairs Section in Mumbai. It supports a proposed two-day conference designed to encourage innovation and deepen collaboration on waste management challenges and solutions, with an emphasis on connecting stakeholders from the United States, India, and other countries. The award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the selected recipient should expect an active partnership with the U.S. government in shaping and delivering the program.
The core purpose of the project is to convene a diverse mix of participants who can exchange practical ideas, share policy and technical expertise, and identify opportunities for cooperation in the waste management space. The conference is intended to bring together academic experts, activists, private-sector leaders, entrepreneurs, and government representatives. Priority themes mentioned in the announcement include innovative approaches to waste management, the responsibilities and influence of local and state governments, technology-driven advances, commercial and market opportunities (including potential business partnerships and investment), and broader bilateral cooperation between the United States and India. The intended audience is broad and interdisciplinary, including government officials, businesses and startups, civil society organizations, universities, think tanks, and students, which suggests the program is meant to blend policy discussion with real-world implementation pathways.
From a program design standpoint, the opportunity anticipates a two-day event format with a mix of panel presentations, facilitated discussions, and other interactive session types. The ideal timing is April 2017, specifically to align with U.S. Mission to India public programming around Earth Day, indicating that environmental awareness and public diplomacy goals are part of the rationale alongside technical waste management outcomes.
In terms of eligibility and funding, the opportunity is open to U.S. public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and U.S. nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions when applying under the nonprofit category). The funding activity categories are listed as Education and Environment, reflecting that the conference is expected to be both a knowledge-sharing platform and an environmental initiative. The program anticipated making one award, with an award ceiling of $175,000, so applicants were effectively competing for a single cooperative agreement to plan and execute the conference.
Key administrative details include a posting (creation) date of July 13, 2016, and an original closing date of August 12, 2016. Applicants were directed to consult the full announcement for complete requirements, selection criteria, and submission instructions, but the summarized notice makes clear that the U.S. government was seeking a well-organized convening effort with credible partners, strong stakeholder outreach, and a program agenda capable of producing meaningful dialogue and potential collaboration on modern waste management solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
This opportunity is titled the U.S.-India Conference on Waste Management grant opportunity.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is M NOFO 16 103.
Which U.S. government entity is offering the funding?
The funding is offered by the Department of State, U.S. Mission to India, and is administered through the U.S. Consulate General Public Affairs Section in Mumbai.
What type of funding instrument is used for this award?
The award is structured as a cooperative agreement.
What does "cooperative agreement" mean for the selected recipient?
Because it is a cooperative agreement, the selected recipient should expect an active partnership with the U.S. government in shaping and delivering the program, rather than operating fully independently.
What is the main purpose of the funded project?
The core purpose is to convene a diverse mix of participants for a proposed two-day conference to encourage innovation and deepen collaboration on waste management challenges and solutions, with an emphasis on connecting stakeholders from the United States, India, and other countries.
What kind of activity is being funded?
The program supports planning and delivering a proposed two-day conference focused on waste management, designed to promote practical exchange, policy and technical learning, and identification of cooperation opportunities.
How long is the proposed conference?
The conference is intended to be a two-day event.
What kinds of sessions or formats are expected at the conference?
The opportunity anticipates a mix of panel presentations, facilitated discussions, and other interactive session types.
When was the conference expected to take place?
The ideal timing mentioned is April 2017.
Why is April 2017 the preferred timeframe?
April 2017 is intended to align with U.S. Mission to India public programming around Earth Day, indicating the conference is linked to environmental awareness and public diplomacy goals as well as technical waste management outcomes.
Who is the conference meant to bring together?
The conference is intended to convene academic experts, activists, private-sector leaders, entrepreneurs, and government representatives to exchange ideas and expertise and identify cooperation opportunities.
What types of stakeholders are emphasized for participation and outreach?
The emphasis is on connecting stakeholders from the United States, India, and other countries, suggesting an international and cross-sector mix.
What are the priority themes mentioned in the announcement?
Priority themes include innovative approaches to waste management; the responsibilities and influence of local and state governments; technology-driven advances; commercial and market opportunities (including potential business partnerships and investment); and broader bilateral cooperation between the United States and India.
Is the conference focused only on policy, or also on implementation?
The intended audience and themes suggest it is meant to blend policy discussion with real-world implementation pathways, including technology, market opportunities, and partnership development.
Who is the intended audience for the conference?
The intended audience is broad and interdisciplinary, including government officials, businesses and startups, civil society organizations, universities, think tanks, and students.
What are the eligible applicant types?
Eligibility is open to U.S. public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, U.S. private institutions of higher education, and U.S. nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions when applying under the nonprofit category).
Are non-U.S. organizations eligible to apply based on the summary provided?
The summary lists U.S. institutions of higher education and U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits as eligible applicants; it does not describe eligibility for non-U.S. organizations.
What are the funding activity categories for this opportunity?
The funding activity categories are Education and Environment.
How many awards did the program anticipate making?
The program anticipated making one award.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $175,000.
What does it mean that this is a discretionary funding program?
The notice describes this as a discretionary funding program, meaning the funding is awarded competitively and is not an entitlement; the U.S. government selects the recipient based on the opportunity's requirements and selection process.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posting (creation) date is July 13, 2016.
What was the original application closing date?
The original closing date was August 12, 2016.
What kinds of outcomes is the U.S. government seeking from the conference?
Based on the summary, the U.S. government was seeking a well-organized convening effort that produces meaningful dialogue and identifies potential collaboration on modern waste management solutions, supported by credible partners and strong stakeholder outreach.
Does the summary provide the full application requirements and submission instructions?
No. The summary indicates applicants were directed to consult the full announcement for complete requirements, selection criteria, and submission instructions.
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