Opportunity Information: Apply for 95332418N0004

  • The Millennium Challenge Corporation in the community development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Data for Youth Services Collaborative Project in Côte d’Ivoire, DCLI" and is now available to receive applicants.
  • Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 85.002.
  • This funding opportunity was created on Nov 30, 2017.
  • Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 02, 2018. (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 $2,800,000.00 in funding.
  • The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
  • Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
Apply for 95332418N0004

[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:

Opportunity Summary:

The Data for Youth Services Collaborative (DYSC) Project in Cote d'Ivoire is a discretionary grant opportunity from the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) designed to help stakeholders use better data to improve decisions and public services, with a strong emphasis on outcomes for young people. The core idea is to tap into the "data revolution" by strengthening how data is produced, shared, and used across government, civil society, and other partners in Cote d'Ivoire. In practical terms, the opportunity looks for an organization that can design and manage a set of targeted investments that improve the supply of useful data, build a healthier data ecosystem, and increase youth involvement in data-driven problem solving. The broader goal is to make budgeting and resource allocation more aligned with real needs, while also improving transparency and citizen engagement through better information.

This funding is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning MCC expects an active partnership with the awardee rather than a hands-off grant. The selected implementer is expected to bring demonstrated experience and creativity, not just to run activities, but to reliably oversee and coordinate multiple strategic actions that lead to measurable results. The NOFO emphasizes innovation and partnerships, suggesting the project is meant to catalyze collaboration among institutions and introduce new ways of using data for service improvement, especially in areas affecting youth. The project sits within MCC's larger Data Collaboratives for Local Impact (DCLI) program, which has been operating in Tanzania since 2016, implying that Cote d'Ivoire's effort is informed by lessons from an existing, field-tested model.

In terms of funding details, the opportunity number is 95332418N0004 and it is listed under CFDA 85.002, categorized under community development. MCC anticipated making one award, with a maximum (ceiling) amount of $2,800,000. Eligibility is broadly open (unrestricted) to any type of entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may appear in the full notice. The opportunity was created on November 30, 2017, with an original application closing date of February 2, 2018. Overall, this NOFO is best understood as a single, relatively sizable award meant to support a lead organization that can convene partners, strengthen data systems and data use, and demonstrate clear improvements in how youth-related services and decisions are informed by evidence in Cote d'Ivoire.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Data for Youth Services Collaborative (DYSC) Project in Cote d'Ivoire?

The Data for Youth Services Collaborative (DYSC) Project in Cote d'Ivoire is a discretionary grant opportunity from the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). It is designed to help stakeholders use better data to improve decisions and public services, with a strong emphasis on measurable outcomes for young people.

Which agency is offering this grant opportunity?

The opportunity is offered by the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC).

What is the main purpose of this funding?

The main purpose is to strengthen how data is produced, shared, and used across government, civil society, and other partners in Cote d'Ivoire so decisions and public services improve, particularly for youth. The project aims to translate better data into better budgeting, resource allocation, transparency, and citizen engagement.

How does the project plan to improve youth-related outcomes?

The project emphasizes using data to guide decision-making and service improvement in areas affecting young people. It seeks to increase youth involvement in data-driven problem solving while improving the overall data ecosystem that supports youth-related services and decisions.

What kinds of activities or investments does the opportunity support?

The selected organization is expected to design and manage targeted investments that (1) improve the supply of useful data, (2) build a healthier data ecosystem, and (3) increase youth involvement in data-driven problem solving. The focus is on coordinated actions that lead to measurable results.

What does it mean that this award is a cooperative agreement?

This funding is structured as a cooperative agreement, which means MCC expects an active partnership with the awardee rather than a hands-off grant. MCC anticipates being involved in implementation through collaboration with the selected organization.

How many awards did MCC anticipate making under this NOFO?

MCC anticipated making one award.

What is the maximum funding amount available?

The maximum (ceiling) amount is $2,800,000.

What is the opportunity number for this NOFO?

The opportunity number is 95332418N0004.

What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?

The opportunity is listed under CFDA 85.002.

How is this opportunity categorized?

It is categorized under community development.

Who is eligible to apply?

Eligibility is broadly open (unrestricted) to any type of entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may appear in the full notice.

What kind of organization is MCC looking for to implement the project?

MCC is looking for an organization with demonstrated experience and creativity that can reliably oversee and coordinate multiple strategic actions. The implementer is expected not only to run activities, but also to convene partners and manage a set of investments that produce measurable improvements in data use for youth-related services and decisions.

Does the opportunity emphasize innovation or partnerships?

Yes. The NOFO emphasizes innovation and partnerships, indicating the project is intended to catalyze collaboration among institutions and introduce new ways of using data for service improvement, especially in areas affecting youth.

How does DYSC relate to MCC's broader programs?

The DYSC project sits within MCC's larger Data Collaboratives for Local Impact (DCLI) program. DCLI has been operating in Tanzania since 2016, and the Cote d'Ivoire effort is described as being informed by lessons from an existing, field-tested model.

When was this opportunity created?

The opportunity was created on November 30, 2017.

What was the original application closing date?

The original application closing date was February 2, 2018.

What is the broader goal beyond improving data systems?

Beyond strengthening data systems, the project aims to help make budgeting and resource allocation more aligned with real needs, while also improving transparency and citizen engagement through better information.

Is this funding intended for multiple small projects or one lead implementer?

This NOFO is framed as a single, relatively sizable award intended to support a lead organization that can convene partners, strengthen data systems and data use, and demonstrate improvements in how youth-related services and decisions are informed by evidence in Cote d'Ivoire.

Browse more opportunities from the same agency: Millennium Challenge Corporation

Browse more opportunities from the same category: Community Development

Next opportunity: Economic Studies of Immunization Policies and Practices

Previous opportunity: Appendix C: Topics in Biological, Physiological, and Behavioral Adaptations to Spaceflight: Integrated One Year Mission Project and Other Opportunities

USGrants.org Applicant Portal:

Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.

Apply for 95332418N0004

 

[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?

Applicants also applied for:

Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (95332418N0004) also looked into and applied for these:

Funding Opportunity
FY18 Supporting Civil Society in Montenegro Apply for SFOP0003401

Funding Number: SFOP0003401
Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $500,000
FY18 DRL Promoting Freedom of Expression in Ukraine Apply for SFOP0003415

Funding Number: SFOP0003415
Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $450,000
FY18 DRL Supporting Objective Media in Hungary Apply for SFOP0003610

Funding Number: SFOP0003610
Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $700,000
Local Engagement and Asset Development Activity Apply for 72016918RFA00004

Funding Number: 72016918RFA00004
Agency: Agency for International Development, Serbia USAID-Belgrade
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $2,000,000
Positive Youth Engagement Apply for 72029418RFA00001

Funding Number: 72029418RFA00001
Agency: Agency for International Development, West Bank, Gaza USAID-West Bank
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $25,000,000
FY18 DRL Empowering Youth in India Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 18 024 060096

Funding Number: DRLA DRLAQM 18 024 060096
Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $650,000
FY18 DRL Supporting Human Rights Defenders in Tajikistan Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 18 026

Funding Number: DRLA DRLAQM 18 026
Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $500,000
FY18 DRL Supporting Objective Media in Hungary Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 18 032

Funding Number: DRLA DRLAQM 18 032
Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $700,000
FY18 DRL Promoting Freedom of Expression in Ukraine Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 18 033

Funding Number: DRLA DRLAQM 18 033
Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $450,000
Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program Apply for FR 6100 N 35

Funding Number: FR 6100 N 35
Agency: US Department of Housing and Urban Development
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $15,000,000
Fiscal Year 2018 CDFI Program Apply for CDFI 2018 FATA

Funding Number: CDFI 2018 FATA
Agency: US Department of the Treasury, Community Development Financial Institutions
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $1,000,000
Fiscal Year 2018 NACA Program Apply for CDFI 2018 NACA

Funding Number: CDFI 2018 NACA
Agency: US Department of the Treasury, Community Development Financial Institutions
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $1,000,000
Improving Tertiary Violence Prevention Apply for 720 522 18 RFA 00003

Funding Number: 720 522 18 RFA 00003
Agency: Agency for International Development, Honduras USAID-Tegucigalpa
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $8,000,000
Cooperative Development Program Apply for 7200AA18APS00002

Funding Number: 7200AA18APS00002
Agency: Agency for International Development
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $60,000,000
Julia Taft Refugee Fund for FY 2018 Apply for DOS ABJ FY18 01

Funding Number: DOS ABJ FY18 01
Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Cote d Ivoire
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $250,000
Tunisia Resilience and Community Empowerment (TRACE) Apply for PRE SOLICITATION

Funding Number: PRE SOLICITATION
Agency: Agency for International Development, Middle East Regional Platform USAID-MERP
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $49,700,000
Tunisia Resilience and Community Empowerment (TRACE) Apply for 72066418RFA00002

Funding Number: 72066418RFA00002
Agency: Agency for International Development, Middle East Regional Platform USAID-MERP
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $49,600,000
Supporting Civil Society and Media in Ukraine Apply for SFOP0004199

Funding Number: SFOP0004199
Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $800,000
U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH) Apply for 2018001

Funding Number: 2018001
Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Benin
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $10,000
Lower Colorado Region Water Conservation Field Services Program Grant Program for FY 2018 Apply for BOR LC 18 F001

Funding Number: BOR LC 18 F001
Agency: Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation - Lower Colorado Region
Category: Community Development
Funding Amount: $100,000

 

Grant application guides and resources

It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!

Apply for Grants

 

USGrants.org applicant portal membership

 

Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers

Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.

If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.

Subscribe to Leads

 

Request more information:

Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "95332418N0004", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:

Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.