Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAKAB 14 CA 003 SCA 05142014
Apply for SCAKAB 14 CA 003 SCA 05142014
- The U.S. Mission to Afghanistan in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Cultural Programming in Balkh Province" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.501 Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 14, 2014 and posted on May 14, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 14, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $95,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $95,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligibility is open to all U.S., Afghan, and international organizations with direct experience in conducting cultural and educational programs, and a proven track record of success implementing projects in Balkh Province, Afghanistan. For profit entities are not eligible for this opportunity. Organizations must demonstrate current country registration license (when applicable), competent programmatic ability and be able to meet reporting requirements. Non Afghan organizations or companies are required to partner with an Afghan organization or company.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Cultural Programming in Balkh Province opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number SCAKAB 14 CA 003 SCA 05142014) was a discretionary U.S. government public diplomacy grant administered by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul under CFDA 19.501, Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan. The award was offered as a cooperative agreement, meaning the selected implementer would be expected to carry out the project while working closely with the U.S. government, specifically in coordination with the U.S. Consulate in Mazar e Sharif. The core purpose was to design, organize, and implement a year-long set of cultural programs in Mazar e Sharif and other areas of Balkh province that would reach the general public as well as key target audiences.
The programming focus was framed around engaging communities through cultural and educational activities that address issues identified as priorities by both the United States government (USG) and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIROA). While the announcement does not list specific themes in the excerpt provided, it makes clear that proposed activities needed to be intentionally structured around those shared priority issues and designed to have public-facing impact across Balkh. Proposals were expected to follow the requirements in the Request for Grant Proposals (RFGP) and demonstrate the applicant organization’s ability to deliver a coherent, province-wide cultural programming plan over a 12-month period, including coordination and compliance elements that come with a cooperative agreement.
Funding for the opportunity was relatively targeted and competitive, with a single award anticipated. The estimated total funding was $95,000, with an award ceiling of $95,000 and an award floor of $75,000. No cost sharing or matching funds were required, which typically lowers the barrier to entry for qualified nonprofits and program implementers but also increases the importance of showing strong value-for-money, realistic budgeting, and clear deliverables within the proposed amount.
Eligibility was open to U.S., Afghan, and international organizations that could demonstrate direct experience running cultural and educational programs and, importantly, a proven track record implementing projects specifically in Balkh Province. For-profit entities were explicitly ineligible. Applicants were required to show they had a current country registration license where applicable, the programmatic capacity to implement the work, and the ability to meet reporting requirements. A key structural requirement was that non-Afghan organizations or companies had to partner with an Afghan organization or company, reinforcing local collaboration and practical on-the-ground capacity in Balkh.
The timeline shows the opportunity was posted on May 14, 2014, with a closing date of June 14, 2014, and an archive date of July 14, 2014. The grant was managed by the U.S. Mission to Afghanistan, and the listed point of contact for access issues was Deborah B. Smith, Grants Manager in the Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in Kabul. Overall, this opportunity sought one experienced non-profit implementer (or consortium led by an eligible organization) capable of delivering visible, well-managed cultural programming across Balkh province while working in close coordination with U.S. diplomatic counterparts in Mazar e Sharif.
FAQs: Cultural Programming in Balkh Province (SCAKAB 14 CA 003 SCA 05142014)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Cultural Programming in Balkh Province."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SCAKAB 14 CA 003 SCA 05142014.
Who administered this grant?
This was a U.S. government public diplomacy grant administered by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul.
What CFDA program did it fall under?
The opportunity was under CFDA 19.501, "Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan."
What type of award was offered?
The award was offered as a cooperative agreement.
What does "cooperative agreement" mean for implementation?
Based on the description provided, it means the selected implementer would carry out the project while working closely with the U.S. government, specifically in coordination with the U.S. Consulate in Mazar e Sharif.
What was the purpose of the program?
The core purpose was to design, organize, and implement a year-long set of cultural programs in Mazar e Sharif and other areas of Balkh Province, reaching both the general public and key target audiences.
Where were activities expected to take place?
Programming was expected in Mazar e Sharif and other areas across Balkh Province.
How long was the project period expected to last?
The programming was expected to cover a 12-month (year-long) period.
What kinds of activities were envisioned?
The opportunity called for cultural programs framed around engaging communities through cultural and educational activities. The activities were expected to be public-facing and have impact across the province.
Were specific program themes listed?
No specific themes are listed in the excerpt provided. However, the notice states activities needed to be intentionally structured around issues identified as priorities by both the United States government (USG) and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIROA).
How many awards were expected to be made?
The funding was described as targeted and competitive, with a single award anticipated.
What was the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding was $95,000.
What were the award ceiling and award floor?
The award ceiling was $95,000 and the award floor was $75,000.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching funds were required.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was open to U.S., Afghan, and international organizations that could demonstrate direct experience running cultural and educational programs and a proven track record implementing projects in Balkh Province.
Were for-profit entities allowed to apply?
No. For-profit entities were explicitly ineligible.
What experience was emphasized as important for applicants?
Applicants were expected to show direct experience running cultural and educational programs and, importantly, a proven track record implementing projects specifically in Balkh Province.
Were there registration or licensing expectations for applicants?
Applicants were required to show they had a current country registration license where applicable.
Did non-Afghan organizations need a local partner?
Yes. Non-Afghan organizations or companies were required to partner with an Afghan organization or company.
What did the opportunity require in terms of planning and deliverables?
Proposals were expected to demonstrate the organization’s ability to deliver a coherent, province-wide cultural programming plan over a 12-month period, including coordination and compliance elements associated with a cooperative agreement.
What did it say about budgeting expectations?
While no cost share was required, the description highlights the importance of strong value-for-money, realistic budgeting, and clear deliverables within the proposed amount.
What were the key dates for this opportunity?
The opportunity was posted on May 14, 2014, had a closing date of June 14, 2014, and an archive date of July 14, 2014.
Which U.S. government entity managed the grant?
The grant was managed by the U.S. Mission to Afghanistan.
Who was the point of contact listed for access issues?
The point of contact for access issues was Deborah B. Smith, Grants Manager in the Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in Kabul.
What was the expected relationship with U.S. government counterparts during implementation?
The implementer was expected to work closely with the U.S. government, specifically coordinating with the U.S. Consulate in Mazar e Sharif.
What kind of implementer was the opportunity looking for?
It sought one experienced non-profit implementer (or a consortium led by an eligible organization) capable of delivering visible, well-managed cultural programming across Balkh Province in close coordination with U.S. diplomatic counterparts.
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