Opportunity Information: Apply for USAID EGYPT 263 09 04 APS
Apply for USAID EGYPT 263 09 04 APS
- The Egypt USAID Cairo in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Civil Society Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 29, 2009 and posted on Jun 29, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 30, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $4,600,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $300,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 15 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Egyptian non governmental organizations which are registered with the Egyptian Ministry of Social Solidarity
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Opportunity Summary:
The Civil Society Program is a USAID/Egypt grant opportunity released through an Annual Program Statement (APS) under the authority of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. It is designed to fund and strengthen programs led by Egyptian non-governmental organizations, with the broader goal of supporting civil society-related priorities in Egypt. USAID/Egypt signals that applicants should rely on the APS as the primary set of rules and instructions, and it emphasizes that organizations need to follow the stated application guidance closely in order to be considered for funding.
Funding is provided as a discretionary grant, and USAID expects to make multiple awards under this APS. The opportunity anticipates up to 15 awards, with an estimated total funding level of $4,600,000 across all grants. Individual awards are capped at $300,000, meaning proposed projects must be designed to fit within that ceiling. A cost-sharing or matching contribution is required, so applicants should be prepared to demonstrate what resources they will contribute alongside USAID funds, consistent with the APS requirements.
Program activities of interest fall into several key thematic areas: Rule of Law and Human Rights, Decentralization, Media, and Civil Society. In practice, this points to support for initiatives that can advance legal rights and protections, improve transparency and accountability, expand participation in local governance, strengthen independent or community-focused media, and reinforce the capacity and effectiveness of civil society organizations. The listing classifies the activity category as "Other," with the explanation clarifying these specific areas of focus.
Eligibility is limited to Egyptian non-governmental organizations that are registered with the Egyptian Ministry of Social Solidarity. This registration requirement is central to eligibility and effectively narrows the applicant pool to locally established and formally recognized NGOs operating within Egypt. Organizations considering applying would need to confirm that their legal registration status aligns with what USAID/Egypt requires in the APS.
The application process is structured as a two-stage system. First, applicants submit an initial concept paper, which can be written in either English or Arabic. USAID then reviews concept papers and, if interested, invites selected applicants to move forward to the second stage by submitting a full application. Full applications must be submitted in English, so even organizations that begin in Arabic should be prepared to produce a complete English-language proposal if invited. This staged approach reduces the burden on applicants upfront while allowing USAID to focus full proposal development on the most promising concepts.
Key dates included in the announcement show the opportunity was posted on June 29, 2009, with an original and current closing date of April 30, 2010, and an archive date of May 30, 2010. USAID also scheduled an in-person general information session for August 10, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at USAID, open to all interested applicants. That session was intended to clarify the APS, expectations, and application mechanics for prospective applicants.
For support accessing the full announcement or resolving related issues, the contact listed is Shaymaa Shaatoot, an acquisition/procurement specialist, reachable by phone in Egypt at 20225226908. The funding opportunity number is USAID EGYPT 263 09 04 APS, and the official title is Civil Society Program, which are the identifiers applicants would use when referencing or searching for the opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - USAID/Egypt Civil Society Program (APS)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The official title of the opportunity is Civil Society Program.
What agency is offering this opportunity?
This is a USAID/Egypt grant opportunity released through an Annual Program Statement (APS).
What legal authority is this opportunity issued under?
The APS is issued under the authority of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is USAID EGYPT 263 09 04 APS.
What is the main purpose of the Civil Society Program?
The program is designed to fund and strengthen programs led by Egyptian non-governmental organizations, supporting civil society-related priorities in Egypt.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
Funding is provided as a discretionary grant.
How many awards does USAID/Egypt expect to make?
USAID/Egypt expects to make multiple awards under this APS, anticipating up to 15 awards.
What is the total estimated funding amount across all awards?
The opportunity estimates a total funding level of $4,600,000 across all grants.
What is the maximum amount for an individual award?
Individual awards are capped at $300,000. Proposed projects must fit within this ceiling.
Is cost sharing or a matching contribution required?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching contribution is required. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate what resources they will contribute alongside USAID funding, consistent with APS requirements.
What thematic areas or types of activities are USAID/Egypt looking to support?
Activities of interest fall into the following thematic areas:
- Rule of Law and Human Rights
- Decentralization
- Media
- Civil Society
In practice, this points to initiatives that can advance legal rights and protections, improve transparency and accountability, expand participation in local governance, strengthen independent or community-focused media, and reinforce the capacity and effectiveness of civil society organizations.
How is the activity category classified in the listing?
The listing classifies the activity category as "Other", with clarification that the focus areas include Rule of Law and Human Rights, Decentralization, Media, and Civil Society.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to Egyptian non-governmental organizations that are registered with the Egyptian Ministry of Social Solidarity.
Is registration with the Egyptian Ministry of Social Solidarity required?
Yes. Being registered with the Egyptian Ministry of Social Solidarity is described as central to eligibility and effectively narrows the applicant pool to locally established and formally recognized NGOs operating within Egypt.
What is the application process format?
The application process uses a two-stage system:
- Concept paper submission
- Full application submission by invitation after concept paper review
In what language can the concept paper be submitted?
The initial concept paper can be written in either English or Arabic.
In what language must the full application be submitted?
Full applications must be submitted in English. Organizations that submit an Arabic concept paper should be prepared to produce a complete English-language proposal if invited to the second stage.
Does submitting a concept paper guarantee an invitation to submit a full application?
No. USAID reviews concept papers and invites selected applicants to submit a full application if USAID is interested.
What should applicants rely on for the rules and instructions?
Applicants should rely on the APS as the primary set of rules and instructions. USAID/Egypt emphasizes that organizations need to follow the stated application guidance closely to be considered for funding.
What happens if an applicant does not follow the APS application guidance closely?
USAID/Egypt emphasizes that applicants need to follow the stated guidance closely in order to be considered for funding.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on June 29, 2009.
What is the closing date for this opportunity?
The original and current closing date listed is April 30, 2010.
When is the archive date for this opportunity?
The archive date listed is May 30, 2010.
Was there an information session for interested applicants?
Yes. USAID scheduled an in-person general information session intended to clarify the APS, expectations, and application mechanics.
When and where was the general information session held?
The session was scheduled for August 10, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at USAID, and it was open to all interested applicants.
Who is the listed point of contact for help with the announcement or related issues?
The listed contact is Shaymaa Shaatoot, an acquisition/procurement specialist.
How can the listed point of contact be reached by phone?
The phone number provided (in Egypt) is 20225226908.
What identifiers should applicants use when referencing or searching for this opportunity?
Applicants should use the title Civil Society Program and the funding opportunity number USAID EGYPT 263 09 04 APS when referencing or searching for the opportunity.
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