Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 16 055
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 16 055
- The DOS-DRL in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Countering Violent Extremism and Interfaith Programming in Tanzania" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.345.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 11, 2016 and posted on Feb 11, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 29, 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 $600,000.00 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, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DOS-DRL) announced a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Countering Violent Extremism and Interfaith Programming in Tanzania" (Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 16 055). The purpose of the program is to reduce community tensions and tackle drivers of marginalization that can worsen religious divisions. In practical terms, the opportunity is aimed at addressing underlying social, political, or economic factors that contribute to grievances between groups, with the broader goal of preventing the kinds of conditions that can make violent extremism more likely to take root in Tanzania.
This funding opportunity was structured as a grant under CFDA 19.345, with an award ceiling of $600,000 and an expectation of making one award. The opportunity was posted on February 11, 2016, created the same day, and had an application deadline of March 29, 2016 (the original and current closing dates match, indicating no extension). The activity category is listed as "Other," which typically signals that the program may cut across multiple conventional categories (for example, community-based conflict prevention, civic engagement, dialogue facilitation, or related stabilization and prevention efforts), though the notice itself does not provide additional detail beyond the core objective.
Eligibility was fairly broad and included public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, and other organizations as further clarified in the full eligibility section of the announcement. That mix of eligible applicants suggests DRL was open to proposals from universities, research or policy institutions, civil society organizations, and other implementers capable of designing and running programs that bring communities together, strengthen social cohesion, and reduce the kinds of exclusion or discrimination that can fuel religious tension.
Overall, the opportunity focused on prevention: reducing intercommunal strain and addressing marginalization before it escalates into broader conflict dynamics or creates openings for extremist recruitment. The central theme is interfaith and community-level programming that helps communities manage differences, build trust, and counter the social and structural pressures that can contribute to violence.
Frequently Asked Questions: Countering Violent Extremism and Interfaith Programming in Tanzania (DRLA DRLAQM 16 055)
1) What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Countering Violent Extremism and Interfaith Programming in Tanzania."
2) Which U.S. government office announced this funding opportunity?
It was announced by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DOS-DRL).
3) What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRLA DRLAQM 16 055.
4) What type of funding instrument is this?
This opportunity was structured as a discretionary grant.
5) What is the CFDA number associated with this grant?
The CFDA number listed for this opportunity is 19.345.
6) What is the overall purpose of the program?
The purpose is to reduce community tensions and tackle drivers of marginalization that can worsen religious divisions, with a broader prevention goal of reducing conditions that may allow violent extremism to take root in Tanzania.
7) What kinds of issues is the program intended to address?
The opportunity is aimed at addressing underlying social, political, or economic factors that contribute to grievances between groups. The stated emphasis is on drivers of marginalization and intercommunal strain that can escalate or be exploited for recruitment into violent extremist movements.
8) Is this opportunity focused on response to violence or prevention?
It is focused on prevention, specifically reducing intercommunal strain and addressing marginalization before it escalates into broader conflict dynamics or creates openings for extremist recruitment.
9) What is the geographic focus of the program?
The program focus is Tanzania.
10) What is the program theme or core approach?
The central theme is interfaith and community-level programming intended to help communities manage differences, build trust, strengthen social cohesion, and counter social and structural pressures that can contribute to violence.
11) What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $600,000.
12) How many awards did the funder expect to make?
The opportunity indicated an expectation of making one award.
13) When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on February 11, 2016.
14) When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on February 11, 2016.
15) What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was March 29, 2016.
16) Was the deadline extended?
No extension is indicated. The original closing date and the current closing date are the same (March 29, 2016).
17) What is the listed activity category?
The activity category is listed as "Other."
18) What does it mean that the activity category is listed as "Other"?
Based on the listing, "Other" typically signals the program may cut across multiple conventional categories (for example, community-based conflict prevention, civic engagement, dialogue facilitation, or related stabilization and prevention efforts). The notice description provided does not add further detail beyond the core objective.
19) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility was described as fairly broad and included:
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status
- Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status
- Other organizations as further clarified in the full eligibility section of the announcement
20) Are universities eligible applicants?
Yes. Both public/state-controlled and private institutions of higher education are listed as eligible.
21) Are nonprofit organizations eligible applicants?
Yes. The eligibility list includes U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status.
22) What kinds of organizations did DRL appear to be looking for?
Based on the eligibility mix described, DRL appeared open to proposals from universities, research or policy institutions, civil society organizations, and other implementers capable of designing and running programs that bring communities together, strengthen social cohesion, and reduce exclusion or discrimination that can fuel religious tension.
23) What results is this program trying to achieve at the community level?
The described intent is to reduce community tensions, address marginalization, and lessen grievances between groups, thereby reducing the risk environment in which violent extremism could take root.
24) Does the information provided specify particular activities that must be included?
No. Beyond the objective of countering violent extremism through interfaith and community-level programming that reduces marginalization and tensions, no specific required activities are detailed in the information provided.
25) Does the opportunity description specify particular sectors (education, media, security, etc.)?
No. The activity category is "Other," and the information provided does not identify a single sector. The description suggests cross-cutting community-based prevention approaches tied to social cohesion and interfaith engagement.
26) Is the goal limited to interfaith dialogue only?
The central theme includes interfaith programming, but the stated purpose also emphasizes tackling drivers of marginalization and underlying social, political, or economic factors contributing to grievances. That implies a broader prevention approach than dialogue alone, although the notice details provided do not list specific program components.
27) Where can applicants confirm the full eligibility details?
The information provided notes that "other organizations" may be eligible as clarified in the full eligibility section of the announcement. The full eligibility section of the official announcement would be the place to confirm specifics.
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