Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 16 006
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- 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 Statements of Interest Freedom of Expression in Latin America" 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 Sep 3, 2015 and posted on Aug 4, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 11, 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 $1,000,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Private 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 Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
- Please refer to the Proposal Submission Instructions (PSI Updated on JUly 2015) on DRLs website.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) at the U.S. Department of State released this funding opportunity as a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) focused on advancing freedom of expression in Latin America. Rather than asking for a full proposal up front, DRL is first seeking brief Statements of Interest (SOIs) from organizations that can describe a strong project concept and demonstrate they have the experience and administrative capacity to manage a U.S. government-funded grant. The overarching purpose is to support initiatives that strengthen the environment for free expression across the region, consistent with DRL's broader democracy, human rights, and labor programming.
This is a discretionary grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 16 006) under CFDA 19.345, International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor, and it is categorized under "Other," with the category explanation listed as HRDF. The award sizes indicate DRL is looking for substantive, scalable projects: the anticipated funding range runs from a $250,000 minimum (award floor) up to $1,000,000 maximum (award ceiling). The listing specifies that cost sharing or matching is not required, which means applicants are not obligated to contribute additional funds as a condition of eligibility or competitiveness, though voluntary leverage can sometimes strengthen an application depending on the program's review criteria.
Eligibility is fairly broad and includes nonprofit organizations (both those with 501(c)(3) status and those without 501(c)(3) status, other than institutions of higher education), private institutions of higher education, and public/state-controlled institutions of higher education. The opportunity notes that applicants should consult DRL's Proposal Submission Instructions (PSI), updated July 2015, for the detailed requirements, which typically cover formatting, required organizational documents, what to include in the SOI, and how DRL handles the down-selection process from SOI to any later request for a full proposal.
In terms of timing, the opportunity was posted on August 4, 2015, with a closing date of September 11, 2015, and it was later archived on October 11, 2015. That schedule shows it was a time-limited solicitation intended to quickly identify qualified implementers with workable ideas in the freedom of expression space. While the announcement text here is high-level, the structure implies DRL wanted a first-stage screening document that covered two main things: what the organization proposes to do to support freedom of expression in Latin America, and why that organization is well positioned to do it responsibly, effectively, and in compliance with U.S. government grant requirements.
For applicants needing technical help accessing the announcement or using the online submission system, the listing directs them to the Grants.gov Contact Center (support@grants.gov, 1-800-518-4726), which operates 24/7 except federal holidays. The official details beyond the summary, including the full submission instructions and any required templates, were provided through the DRL posting and the PSI referenced in the eligibility information.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity about?
This opportunity is a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) from the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) at the U.S. Department of State. It focuses on advancing freedom of expression in Latin America by supporting initiatives that strengthen the overall environment for free expression across the region, consistent with DRL's broader democracy, human rights, and labor programming.
Is DRL asking for a full proposal right away?
No. DRL is not requesting a full proposal up front. DRL is first seeking brief Statements of Interest (SOIs). The SOI is intended to present a strong project concept and show that the organization has the experience and administrative capacity to manage a U.S. government-funded grant.
What is a Statement of Interest (SOI) expected to cover?
Based on the opportunity description, the SOI is meant to do two main things: (1) describe what the organization proposes to do to support freedom of expression in Latin America, and (2) explain why the organization is well positioned to implement the work responsibly and effectively, including demonstrating the administrative capacity to comply with U.S. government grant requirements.
What agency is offering this grant opportunity?
The funding opportunity is offered by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) within the U.S. Department of State.
What type of funding opportunity is this?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity released as an RSOI (Request for Statements of Interest), meaning DRL uses a first-stage SOI process to identify strong concepts and capable implementers before potentially inviting selected organizations to submit a fuller application later.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed is DRLA DRLAQM 16 006.
What CFDA program is this associated with?
This opportunity is listed under CFDA 19.345, International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
How is this opportunity categorized?
The opportunity is categorized as "Other," with the category explanation listed as HRDF.
What is the expected funding range for awards?
DRL indicates an anticipated award floor (minimum) of $250,000 and an award ceiling (maximum) of $1,000,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The listing states that cost sharing or matching is not required, meaning applicants are not obligated to contribute additional funds as a condition of eligibility.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility includes: nonprofit organizations (including those with 501(c)(3) status and those without 501(c)(3) status, other than institutions of higher education), private institutions of higher education, and public/state-controlled institutions of higher education.
Do nonprofits need to have 501(c)(3) status to be eligible?
No. The eligibility language indicates that nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status and nonprofit organizations without 501(c)(3) status may apply (with the noted exception related to institutions of higher education).
Where can applicants find the detailed submission requirements?
Applicants are directed to consult DRL's Proposal Submission Instructions (PSI), updated July 2015, for detailed requirements. The PSI typically covers formatting, required organizational documents, what to include in the SOI, and how DRL conducts the down-selection process from SOI to any later request for a full proposal.
When was this opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted on August 4, 2015, and the closing date was September 11, 2015.
Is this opportunity still active?
No. The listing indicates it was archived on October 11, 2015.
What does it mean that the opportunity was archived?
Based on the dates provided, archiving indicates the solicitation was time-limited and is no longer open for submissions under that specific posting.
What geographic region does the program focus on?
The RSOI is focused on advancing freedom of expression in Latin America.
What kinds of projects does DRL appear to be seeking?
The description emphasizes initiatives that strengthen the environment for free expression across Latin America and notes award sizes that suggest substantive, scalable projects. Specific project activities are not detailed in the summary provided.
What should an organization demonstrate about its capacity?
The opportunity indicates organizations should demonstrate experience and administrative capacity to manage a U.S. government-funded grant, including the ability to implement responsibly, effectively, and in compliance with U.S. government grant requirements.
Where can applicants get technical help with accessing the announcement or using the submission system?
For technical assistance, the listing directs applicants to the Grants.gov Contact Center at support@grants.gov or 1-800-518-4726. The Contact Center operates 24/7 except federal holidays.
Does the summary include the full templates and instructions?
No. The summary notes that official details beyond the summary, including full submission instructions and any required templates, were provided through the DRL posting and the referenced PSI.
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