Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 15 031
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 15 031
- 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 Promoting Internationally Recognized Labor Rights in the Dominican Republic" 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 Jan 15, 2015 and posted on Jan 15, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 27, 2015 No Explanation. (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 $400,000.00 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 Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses.
- Please see the Proposal Submission Instructions (PSI) for Full Proposals link below. http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/233368.pdf
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announced a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Promoting Internationally Recognized Labor Rights in the Dominican Republic" (Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 15 031). The program focus is on labor rights in the Dominican Republic's agricultural sector, with specific attention to sugar-sector workers. The central goal is to strengthen the ability of agricultural workers and their organizations to organize, advocate for workers' rights, and engage effectively with the Dominican government in support of those rights, aligning with internationally recognized labor standards.
This opportunity was offered as a grant (Funding Instrument Type: Grant) under CFDA 19.345, which supports international programs related to democracy, human rights, and labor. DRL anticipated making one award under this solicitation. The funding range for the single award was set with an award floor of $150,000 and an award ceiling of $400,000, indicating that proposals were expected to be substantial but still targeted and programmatic rather than large-scale multi-country efforts. There was no cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants were not required to contribute their own funds or secure third-party matching resources to be considered competitive.
The timeline for the competition shows it was posted on January 15, 2015, with the application closing date set for February 27, 2015. The listing later moved to archive status on March 29, 2015, reflecting that it was a time-limited solicitation intended to select a project and award funding shortly after the close of the competition and internal review process.
Eligibility was broad and included multiple categories of organizations that could plausibly implement labor-rights programming internationally. Eligible applicants included public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, nonprofit organizations without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education), and for-profit organizations other than small businesses. The announcement directs applicants to consult DRL's Proposal Submission Instructions (PSI) for full requirements and detailed eligibility conditions, indicating that compliance with DRL's proposal formatting, required attachments, and administrative rules would be essential for a complete and reviewable submission.
In practical terms, the project DRL sought would likely involve capacity-building and support for worker organization in the sugar industry, strengthening workers' and worker organizations' ability to advocate, understand and assert rights, and communicate or negotiate with government counterparts. While the summary text does not list specific activities, the stated objectives imply programming such as training and technical assistance to worker representatives, support for organizational development, awareness-raising around labor protections and international labor norms, and structured engagement strategies that help worker organizations participate more effectively in public decision-making or labor-rights enforcement processes. The emphasis on "internationally recognized labor rights" signals that the program was meant to advance core labor principles such as freedom of association and the right to organize, along with broader worker protections, through legally grounded and institutionally constructive engagement with relevant government stakeholders.
For applicants or interested parties who could not access the full announcement electronically, the notice referenced the Grants.gov Contact Center as the support channel, providing a phone number (1-800-518-4726), 24/7 availability, and an email address (support@grants.gov). The full proposal requirements and submission details were made available through DRL's PSI document, linked in the opportunity text.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Promoting Internationally Recognized Labor Rights in the Dominican Republic."
Which U.S. government office offered this opportunity?
It was announced by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRLA DRLAQM 15 031.
What type of funding instrument is this?
The Funding Instrument Type is a Grant.
What CFDA program does this opportunity fall under?
This opportunity is under CFDA 19.345, which supports international programs related to democracy, human rights, and labor.
What country and sector does the program focus on?
The program focuses on the Dominican Republic and targets labor rights in the agricultural sector, with specific attention to sugar-sector workers.
What is the main goal of the program?
The central goal is to strengthen the ability of agricultural workers and their organizations to organize, advocate for workers' rights, and engage effectively with the Dominican government in support of those rights, in alignment with internationally recognized labor standards.
How many awards did DRL anticipate making?
DRL anticipated making one award under this solicitation.
What is the funding range for this grant?
The award floor was $150,000 and the award ceiling was $400,000.
Is cost-sharing or matching required?
No. There was no cost-sharing or matching requirement for this opportunity.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on January 15, 2015.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was February 27, 2015.
When did the listing move to archive status?
The listing moved to archive status on March 29, 2015.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility included:
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status
- Nonprofit organizations without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education)
- For-profit organizations other than small businesses
Where can applicants find the full submission requirements?
The announcement directed applicants to consult DRL's Proposal Submission Instructions (PSI) for full requirements and detailed eligibility conditions, including proposal formatting, required attachments, and administrative rules.
What kinds of activities would this program likely support?
The summary does not list specific activities, but the stated objectives imply capacity-building and support for worker organization in the sugar industry. This could include training and technical assistance to worker representatives, organizational development support, awareness-raising around labor protections and international labor norms, and engagement strategies to help worker organizations participate more effectively with government stakeholders on labor-rights issues.
What does "internationally recognized labor rights" imply in this opportunity?
The emphasis signals that the program was intended to advance core labor principles such as freedom of association and the right to organize, along with broader worker protections, through legally grounded and constructive engagement with relevant government stakeholders.
Where could someone get help if they could not access the full announcement electronically?
The notice referenced the Grants.gov Contact Center as the support channel. It offered 24/7 assistance by phone at 1-800-518-4726 and by email at support@grants.gov.
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