Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 15 024
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 15 024
- The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Request for Proposals Promote internationally recognized labor rights and inclusive economic growth in Mainland Southeast Asia." and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.345 International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 15, 2014 and posted on Dec 15, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 22, 2015 No Explanation. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $500,000.00 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 For profit organizations other than small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Private institutions of higher education.
- Please refer to the PSI for additional information
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Opportunity Summary:
The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announced a discretionary grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 15 024) seeking proposals for programs that promote internationally recognized labor rights and support inclusive economic growth in Mainland Southeast Asia. The focus is on practical, programmatic efforts that strengthen labor rights protections and improve the economic inclusion of workers and communities, consistent with DRL's broader democracy, human rights, and labor mission under CFDA 19.345 (International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor). Funding for any award is contingent on the availability of appropriated funds.
DRL anticipated making one award under this competition, with an estimated total funding amount of $500,000. The expected award size was set within a defined range, with an award floor of $400,000 and an award ceiling of $500,000, indicating DRL was looking for a single, relatively substantial project rather than multiple small sub-grants. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, so applicants were not required to contribute non-federal funds to be eligible, although proposals could still include leveraged resources if relevant to program design.
The funding instrument type is a grant, and the opportunity category is discretionary, meaning awards would be made competitively based on proposal merit and alignment with DRL priorities rather than by formula. While the announcement summary does not list specific program models or target countries within Mainland Southeast Asia, the stated intent centers on advancing internationally recognized labor rights and linking those improvements to inclusive economic outcomes, which typically implies attention to issues like freedom of association, collective bargaining, forced labor, child labor, non-discrimination in employment, and fair working conditions, alongside approaches that broaden access to economic opportunity for marginalized or vulnerable workers.
A wide range of applicant types were eligible to apply. Eligible applicants included public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, and nonprofit organizations both with and without 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in those nonprofit categories). The notice also included an "Others" category with a direction to consult the full Public Solicitation Information (PSI) for any additional eligibility details or conditions, meaning some additional entity types may have been permitted depending on the full program guidance.
Key dates show the opportunity was posted and created on December 15, 2014, with an original and current closing date of January 22, 2015, and an archive date of February 21, 2015. Applicants needing help accessing the full announcement electronically were directed to the Grants.gov Contact Center (support@grants.gov, 1-800-518-4726), which operates 24/7 except federal holidays. For full requirements, applicants were instructed to use the Additional Information link and refer to the PSI, which would normally contain details such as required application components, selection criteria, reporting expectations, and any geographic or thematic program priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity announced by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) under Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 15 024. It seeks proposals for programs that promote internationally recognized labor rights and support inclusive economic growth in Mainland Southeast Asia.
Which agency is offering the grant?
The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL), U.S. Department of State, is offering this grant opportunity.
What is the purpose or goal of the program?
The stated intent is to support practical, programmatic efforts that strengthen labor rights protections and improve the economic inclusion of workers and communities in Mainland Southeast Asia, consistent with DRL's democracy, human rights, and labor mission.
What region does the opportunity focus on?
The geographic focus is Mainland Southeast Asia. The announcement summary does not specify particular countries within the region.
What kinds of activities or issues might be relevant for proposals?
Based on the description, relevant efforts would be those that advance internationally recognized labor rights and connect those improvements to inclusive economic outcomes. The summary implies attention to issues such as freedom of association, collective bargaining, forced labor, child labor, non-discrimination in employment, and fair working conditions, alongside approaches that broaden economic opportunity for marginalized or vulnerable workers.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 19.345: International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
Is this a formula grant or a competitive grant?
This is a discretionary (competitive) opportunity. Awards would be made based on proposal merit and alignment with DRL priorities rather than by formula.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The funding instrument type is a grant.
How many awards did DRL expect to make?
DRL anticipated making one award under this competition.
What is the total amount of funding available?
The estimated total funding amount was $500,000.
What is the expected award size (minimum and maximum)?
The anticipated award range had a floor of $400,000 and a ceiling of $500,000.
Does this opportunity require cost sharing or matching funds?
No. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants were not required to contribute non-federal funds to be eligible.
Can an applicant still include leveraged or non-federal resources in the proposal?
Yes. While cost sharing was not required, proposals could still include leveraged resources if they are relevant to the program design.
Is funding guaranteed if a proposal is selected?
No. Funding for any award was contingent on the availability of appropriated funds.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants included: public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations other than small businesses, and nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education in those nonprofit categories). The notice also referenced an "Others" category and directed applicants to consult the full Public Solicitation Information (PSI) for any additional eligibility details or conditions.
Are for-profit organizations eligible?
Yes. For-profit organizations other than small businesses were listed as eligible applicants.
Are nonprofit organizations eligible if they do not have 501(c)(3) status?
Yes. Nonprofit organizations without 501(c)(3) status were included among eligible applicants (excluding institutions of higher education in those nonprofit categories).
Where can applicants find the full requirements and instructions?
Applicants were instructed to use the Additional Information link and refer to the full Public Solicitation Information (PSI), which would normally include required application components, selection criteria, reporting expectations, and any geographic or thematic priorities.
What were the key dates for this opportunity?
The opportunity was posted/created on December 15, 2014. The closing date (original and current) was January 22, 2015. The archive date was February 21, 2015.
Where could applicants get technical help accessing the announcement?
Applicants needing help accessing the full announcement electronically were directed to the Grants.gov Contact Center at support@grants.gov or 1-800-518-4726. The Contact Center operates 24/7 except federal holidays.
What does the PSI likely cover that is not in the summary?
The summary indicates the PSI would normally contain details such as required application components, selection criteria, reporting expectations, and any geographic or thematic program priorities.
What does it mean that the opportunity is archived?
The archive date listed for this opportunity is February 21, 2015, indicating the posting has been moved into an archived status after the application period ended.
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