Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 16 095
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 16 095
- The Department of State, 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 "DRL Nicaragua" 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 Sep 19, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Nov 15, 2016 No Explanation. (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 $750,000.00 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, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses.
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Opportunity Summary:
The DRL Nicaragua grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 16 095) is a discretionary U.S. Department of State program administered by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL). It seeks one project, expected to run for about 24 months, focused on strengthening effective, coordinated action among Nicaraguan civil society and other key sectors of society. The core purpose is to help a range of actors, including nongovernmental organizations, private sector associations, and other relevant groups, work collectively to defend and advance human rights in Nicaragua. In practical terms, the opportunity is framed around building shared capacity and collaboration so these stakeholders can respond more effectively to human rights challenges through joint strategies, mutual support, and coordinated efforts rather than operating in isolation.
The award is structured as a grant, with an anticipated single award and a maximum funding level (award ceiling) of $750,000. While the public notice provides limited detail on specific activities, the stated emphasis on "effective action" and "collectively defend human rights" signals support for initiatives that improve coordination across sectors, strengthen advocacy and civic engagement, and enhance the ability of organizations and networks to protect rights and respond to abuses. The competition is described as limited, indicating the Department may be restricting eligibility or competition in some way beyond the standard open competition format, although the notice itself does not spell out the precise limitation.
A wide range of applicant types are eligible. This includes U.S. and non-U.S. nonprofits (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), and small businesses. The program is listed under CFDA 19.345, which corresponds to DRL democracy, human rights, and labor-related assistance programming. The opportunity was created on September 19, 2016, with an original closing date of November 15, 2016.
Overall, this grant is designed to support a medium-term, focused intervention in Nicaragua that brings together civil society and influential sectors to reinforce human rights defense efforts, likely through collaboration-building, joint initiatives, and strengthening the operational effectiveness of organizations working in the human rights space, with up to three-quarters of a million dollars available for a single, approximately two-year project.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the DRL Nicaragua grant opportunity?
The DRL Nicaragua grant opportunity is a discretionary U.S. Department of State program administered by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL). It is identified as Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 16 095 and is intended to support work in Nicaragua related to democracy, human rights, and labor.
What is the main goal of this grant?
The core goal is to strengthen effective, coordinated action among Nicaraguan civil society and other key sectors of society so they can work collectively to defend and advance human rights in Nicaragua. The opportunity emphasizes collaboration, shared capacity, and joint strategies rather than isolated efforts.
How many awards are expected to be made?
The notice indicates an anticipated single award, meaning the Department expects to fund one project under this opportunity.
What type of funding instrument will be used?
The award is structured as a grant.
What is the maximum funding available?
The maximum funding level (award ceiling) is $750,000.
How long is the project expected to run?
The project is expected to run for about 24 months (approximately two years).
What kinds of organizations or groups is the project intended to support or engage?
The opportunity is framed around helping a range of actors work collectively, including nongovernmental organizations, private sector associations, and other relevant groups. The focus is on strengthening coordinated efforts across these stakeholders to defend and advance human rights.
What does "strengthening effective, coordinated action" mean in practical terms?
Based on the notice language, it refers to building shared capacity and collaboration so stakeholders can respond more effectively to human rights challenges through joint strategies, mutual support, and coordinated efforts, instead of operating independently.
What types of activities might be supported under this opportunity?
The public notice provides limited detail on specific activities. However, the stated emphasis on "effective action" and working collectively to defend human rights signals support for efforts that improve coordination across sectors, strengthen advocacy and civic engagement, and enhance the ability of organizations and networks to protect rights and respond to abuses.
Is this an open competition?
The competition is described as limited. This suggests eligibility or competition may be restricted beyond a standard open competition format, although the notice does not specify the exact limitation.
Who is eligible to apply?
A wide range of applicant types are eligible, including U.S. and non-U.S. nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), and small businesses.
Are non-U.S. organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. The eligibility list explicitly includes non-U.S. nonprofits.
Do nonprofits need to have 501(c)(3) status to apply?
No. The eligibility list includes nonprofits both with and without 501(c)(3) status.
Are universities and colleges eligible applicants?
Yes. Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education as well as private institutions of higher education.
Are for-profit entities eligible?
Yes. For-profit organizations are eligible as long as they are not small businesses (which are separately listed as eligible). Small businesses are also listed as eligible applicant types.
Which U.S. government bureau administers this opportunity?
The opportunity is administered by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) within the U.S. Department of State.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The program is listed under CFDA 19.345, which corresponds to DRL democracy, human rights, and labor-related assistance programming.
What is the focus country or geographic scope?
The opportunity is focused on Nicaragua and aims to strengthen human rights defense efforts among Nicaraguan civil society and other key sectors of Nicaraguan society.
When was this funding opportunity created and when did it close?
The opportunity was created on September 19, 2016, and the original closing date was November 15, 2016.
Does the notice specify exact required deliverables or a prescribed workplan?
No. The information provided describes the purpose and emphasis of the project but notes that the public notice provides limited detail on specific activities.
What makes this grant different from projects where organizations work independently?
This opportunity is explicitly framed around collaboration-building and coordinated action. It is intended to help organizations and other stakeholders develop joint strategies, provide mutual support, and coordinate responses to human rights challenges rather than operating in isolation.
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