Opportunity Information: Apply for DRL 11 CUBA 06162011
Apply for DRL 11 CUBA 06162011
- 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 "Cuba Programs" 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 Jun 16, 2011 and posted on Jun 16, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 18, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $4,100,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 7 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- #61558 Be a U.S. non profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3) or a comparable organization headquartered internationally, or an international organization. #61558 Have demonstrated experience administering successful and preferably similar projects. DRL reserves the right to request additional background information on organizations that do not have previous experience administering federal grant awards. These applicants may be subject to limited funding on a pilot basis. #61558 Be a registered user of grants.gov. #61558 Have existing, or the capacity to develop, active partnerships with in country entities and relevant stakeholders including industry and non governmental organizations. #61558 Organizations may form consortia and submit a combined proposal. However, one organization should be designated as the lead applicant. #61558 An OMB policy directive published in the Federal Register on Friday, June 27, 2003, requires that all organizations applying for Federal grants or cooperative agreements must provide a Dun and Bradstreet (DB) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number when applying for all Federal grants or cooperative agreements in or after October 1, 2003. Please reference http://www.whitehouse.gov/omb/fedreg/062703grantidentifier.pdf for the complete OMB policy directive.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Cuba Programs grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DRL 11 CUBA 06162011) is a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL). The central goal is to fund projects that directly respond to the needs and interests of Cubans living on the island and help empower them to participate more actively in civic life, including engaging in community activities and contributing to decisions that affect their daily lives. The program is framed within DRL's broader mission area of democracy, human rights, and rule of law, meaning proposed projects are expected to strengthen civic participation, support rights awareness and protection, and encourage more robust citizen engagement in public and community decision-making.
In terms of funding size and structure, DRL anticipated making about seven awards under this announcement, with an estimated total program funding level of $4.1 million. Individual awards were expected to range from a floor of $200,000 up to a ceiling of $1,000,000. The funding instrument type is a grant, and the relevant CFDA number listed is 19.345 (International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor). Cost sharing or matching was not required, which generally lowers the barrier for eligible organizations that may not have significant non-federal resources to contribute.
Eligibility is limited to certain types of organizations with the capacity to carry out international democracy and human rights programming. Applicants may be U.S. nonprofit organizations recognized under IRS 501(c)(3) (excluding institutions of higher education as a category), comparable internationally headquartered nonprofit organizations, or international organizations. Beyond basic eligibility, DRL emphasizes demonstrated experience administering successful projects, preferably similar in nature. The agency also notes it may request extra background information from organizations without previous federal grant experience, and such applicants could potentially be limited to pilot-level funding at DRL's discretion. Applicants must be registered on Grants.gov to apply, and they must provide a DUNS number, consistent with long-standing federal grant identifier requirements.
A key practical requirement highlighted in the eligibility information is the expectation that applicants either already have, or can realistically build, active partnerships with in-country entities and other relevant stakeholders. This can include non-governmental organizations and industry stakeholders, reflecting DRL's preference for proposals that are grounded in local realities and connected to credible networks that can facilitate implementation and impact. The announcement also allows consortium applications, which can be helpful for combining complementary expertise across organizations, but requires that one entity be designated as the lead applicant responsible for submission and primary award management.
For timing, the opportunity was posted and created on June 16, 2011, with an original and current closing date of July 18, 2011. The archive date is August 17, 2011, indicating the opportunity is historical and no longer open, but the details still provide a clear snapshot of DRL's priorities and typical award parameters for Cuba-focused civic empowerment programming at that time.
The funding opportunity lists DRL as the issuing agency and points applicants to the DRL website for additional information. For application or access issues related to the full announcement, the point of contact provided is Matthew Solis, Program Officer, reachable by phone at 202-261-8107.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Cuba Programs grant opportunity?
The Cuba Programs opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DRL 11 CUBA 06162011) is a discretionary grant competition issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL).
What is the main goal of this grant program?
The central goal is to fund projects that directly respond to the needs and interests of Cubans living on the island and help empower them to participate more actively in civic life. This includes engagement in community activities and contributing to decisions that affect daily life.
What types of outcomes is DRL seeking?
Projects are expected to align with DRL's mission area of democracy, human rights, and rule of law. Proposed activities should strengthen civic participation, support rights awareness and protection, and encourage stronger citizen engagement in public and community decision-making.
Who is the issuing agency for this opportunity?
The issuing agency is 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 DRL 11 CUBA 06162011.
What funding instrument is used (grant or cooperative agreement)?
The funding instrument type listed for this opportunity is a grant.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 19.345, described as International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
How much total funding was anticipated under this announcement?
DRL estimated a total program funding level of $4.1 million under this announcement.
How many awards did DRL expect to make?
DRL anticipated making about seven awards under this funding opportunity.
What is the expected award size range?
Individual awards were expected to range from a floor of $200,000 to a ceiling of $1,000,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. Cost sharing or matching was not required for this opportunity.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to organizations with the capacity to carry out international democracy and human rights programming. Applicants may be U.S. nonprofit organizations recognized under IRS 501(c)(3) (excluding institutions of higher education as a category), comparable internationally headquartered nonprofit organizations, or international organizations.
Are institutions of higher education eligible to apply?
Institutions of higher education are excluded as a category from the eligible applicant types described for U.S. nonprofits under IRS 501(c)(3) in this announcement.
Does DRL require applicants to have prior experience managing similar projects?
DRL emphasizes demonstrated experience administering successful projects, preferably projects similar in nature to those proposed under this opportunity.
What if an organization has not managed a federal grant before?
DRL notes it may request additional background information from organizations without previous federal grant experience. It also states that such applicants could potentially be limited to pilot-level funding at DRL's discretion.
Do applicants need to be registered in Grants.gov?
Yes. Applicants must be registered on Grants.gov in order to apply.
Is a DUNS number required to apply?
Yes. Applicants must provide a DUNS number, consistent with federal grant identifier requirements referenced in the announcement.
Are partnerships with in-country entities expected?
Yes. A key practical expectation is that applicants either already have, or can realistically build, active partnerships with in-country entities and other relevant stakeholders.
What kinds of partnerships or stakeholders are referenced?
The announcement notes partnerships can include non-governmental organizations and industry stakeholders, reflecting a preference for proposals grounded in local realities and connected to credible implementation networks.
Are consortium applications allowed?
Yes. Consortium applications are allowed under this opportunity.
If applying as a consortium, is there a lead applicant requirement?
Yes. One entity must be designated as the lead applicant, responsible for submission and primary award management.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted and created on June 16, 2011.
What was the application deadline?
The original and current closing date listed is July 18, 2011.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The archive date is August 17, 2011, indicating the opportunity is historical and no longer open.
Where can applicants find additional information?
The funding opportunity points applicants to the DRL website for additional information.
Who is the point of contact for application or access issues?
The point of contact listed is Matthew Solis, Program Officer.
How can the point of contact be reached?
Matthew Solis is reachable by phone at 202-261-8107.
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