Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 14 031
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 14 031
- 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 "DRL Program Statement for Democracy and Human Rights Programs in Cuba" 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 Mar 24, 2014 and posted on Mar 24, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 18, 2014 No Explanation. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $4,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,500,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private 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 Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Be a for profit organization or business, although there are restrictions on payment of fees and/or profits.
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Opportunity Summary:
The DRL Program Statement for Democracy and Human Rights Programs in Cuba is a U.S. Department of State funding opportunity run by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL). It is described as a second solicitation using a Statement of Interest (SOI) process, meaning applicants are first asked to submit a concept-style proposal that explains what they want to do and demonstrates they have the experience and systems needed to manage a program of this type. The overall purpose is straightforward: support programs that foster democracy and advance human rights in Cuba.
This opportunity is listed as a discretionary grant competition under Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 14 031 and is offered through either a grant or a cooperative agreement (with cooperative agreements typically involving more federal involvement during implementation than a standard grant). The assistance listing tied to the opportunity is CFDA 19.345, which covers international programs that support democracy, human rights, and labor. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement stated, so applicants are not required to provide a financial match as a condition of eligibility.
Funding for the solicitation is substantial but structured around mid-sized awards. DRL estimated total funding for this competition at $4,000,000. Individual awards are expected to range from a floor of $500,000 up to a ceiling of $1,500,000, which signals that DRL is looking for projects large enough to have measurable impact, with adequate staffing, oversight, and program controls. The activity category is broadly labeled as "Other," which usually indicates that the work could span multiple program types (for example, civil society strengthening, rights advocacy support, civic participation, access to information, or other democracy and human rights related efforts), rather than fitting neatly into a single standard category.
The eligible applicant pool is wide and includes public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), and also for-profit organizations or businesses. The inclusion of for-profits comes with an important caution: the announcement notes restrictions related to payment of fees and/or profits, which is common in U.S. government assistance awards where profit is generally limited or treated differently than under procurement contracts. In practice, this means a for-profit may be eligible to apply, but should expect tight rules around allowable costs, fee structures, and how any profit is handled.
Timing-wise, the opportunity was posted on March 24, 2014, with an application closing date of April 18, 2014, and an archive date of May 18, 2014. The short submission window reflects the SOI approach, where DRL is primarily collecting strong program concepts and organizational qualifications at the first stage rather than requiring a fully built-out technical and financial proposal from every applicant immediately.
For practical access and submission support, the notice points applicants to standard federal grant support channels rather than a single program officer. If an organization has trouble accessing the announcement or submission systems, it can use the Grants.gov Contact Center (1-800-518-4726, available 24/7 except federal holidays) and the GrantSolutions help desk (1-866-577-0771, weekdays 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; help@grantsolutions.gov and support@grants.gov). The listing also references an additional information link tied to the program statement title, which would typically include the full instructions, required content for the SOI, and the selection and review criteria.
In essence, this DRL solicitation is designed to identify capable organizations with credible, well-structured ideas for democracy and human rights programming focused on Cuba, with awards large enough to support serious implementation and the administrative infrastructure needed for compliance, monitoring, and reporting under U.S. government assistance rules.
FAQs: DRL Program Statement for Democracy and Human Rights Programs in Cuba (SOI Process)
1) What is this funding opportunity?
This is a U.S. Department of State funding opportunity run by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) to support programs that foster democracy and advance human rights in Cuba.
2) What is the official funding opportunity number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRLA DRLAQM 14 031.
3) What assistance listing (CFDA) is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is tied to CFDA 19.345, which covers international programs that support democracy, human rights, and labor.
4) What type of competition is this?
It is listed as a discretionary grant competition.
5) Is this a grant or a cooperative agreement?
DRL expects to make awards through either a grant or a cooperative agreement. A cooperative agreement typically involves more federal involvement during implementation than a standard grant.
6) What is the overall goal of the program?
The goal is to support programs that foster democracy and advance human rights in Cuba.
7) What application process is DRL using for this solicitation?
This is described as a second solicitation using a Statement of Interest (SOI) process. Applicants are first asked to submit a concept-style proposal explaining what they want to do and showing they have the experience and systems needed to manage a program of this type.
8) What should the initial submission include under the SOI approach?
Based on the description provided, the initial submission is concept-style and should (a) explain the proposed program idea and (b) demonstrate the applicant has relevant experience and the organizational systems needed to manage and administer a program like this.
9) How much total funding did DRL estimate for this competition?
DRL estimated total funding at $4,000,000 for this solicitation.
10) What is the expected award size range?
Individual awards are expected to range from $500,000 (floor) to $1,500,000 (ceiling).
11) What does the award size suggest about the kind of projects DRL is looking for?
The mid-sized award range suggests DRL is looking for projects large enough to have measurable impact and that include adequate staffing, oversight, and program controls.
12) Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is stated. Applicants are not required to provide a financial match as a condition of eligibility.
13) Who is eligible to apply?
The eligible applicant pool includes:
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Nonprofit organizations (with or without 501(c)(3) status)
- For-profit organizations or businesses
14) Are for-profit organizations really eligible, and are there special rules?
Yes, for-profit organizations are included as eligible applicants. However, the announcement notes restrictions related to payment of fees and/or profits, which is common in U.S. government assistance awards. For-profits should expect tighter rules on allowable costs, fee structures, and how any profit is handled compared to typical commercial contracting.
15) What is the activity category for this solicitation?
The activity category is labeled as "Other."
16) What does the "Other" activity category imply?
It generally indicates the work could span multiple program types rather than fitting a single standard category. Examples mentioned include civil society strengthening, rights advocacy support, civic participation, and access to information, among other democracy and human-rights-related efforts.
17) When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on March 24, 2014.
18) What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was April 18, 2014.
19) When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was May 18, 2014.
20) Why is the submission window relatively short?
The short window is consistent with the SOI approach, where DRL is primarily collecting strong program concepts and organizational qualifications at the first stage rather than requiring every applicant to submit a fully developed technical and financial proposal immediately.
21) Where can applicants get help if they cannot access the announcement or submission systems?
The notice points to standard federal grant support channels:
- Grants.gov Contact Center: 1-800-518-4726 (available 24/7 except federal holidays)
- GrantSolutions help desk: 1-866-577-0771 (weekdays 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
- Email support: help@grantsolutions.gov and support@grants.gov
22) Is there a specific program officer contact listed for this opportunity?
Based on the information provided, the notice points applicants to standard federal grant support channels rather than a single program officer.
23) Where would applicants typically find the full SOI instructions and review criteria?
The listing references an additional information link tied to the program statement title. That link would typically include full instructions, required SOI content, and the selection and review criteria.
24) What is DRL trying to identify through this solicitation?
The solicitation is designed to identify capable organizations with credible, well-structured ideas for democracy and human rights programming focused on Cuba, and with the administrative capacity needed for compliance, monitoring, and reporting under U.S. government assistance rules.
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