Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 13 087
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- 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 "Ensuring Sustainability and Expanding Targeted Interventions of USG funded Democracy and Governance Programs in Iraq" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.016 Iraq Assistance Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 18, 2014 and posted on Mar 18, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 25, 2014 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 $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.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "Ensuring Sustainability and Expanding Targeted Interventions of USG funded Democracy and Governance Programs in Iraq" was issued by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) under Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 13 087. It is a discretionary funding opportunity using a grant instrument, listed under the Iraq Assistance Program (CFDA 19.016). The core purpose is to extend and strengthen democracy and governance work in Iraq by building on programs that have already demonstrated success, especially those that are currently underway or were previously funded by the U.S. Government. Rather than starting from scratch, DRL is signaling that it wants proposals that sustain proven approaches and expand targeted interventions where there is clear evidence of impact and continued need.
Programmatically, the opportunity prioritizes DRL's main funding areas in Iraq. That includes protecting and promoting human rights and advancing the rule of law, reinforcing democratic institutions and processes, and supporting advocacy and protections for women and marginalized populations. In practical terms, applicants were expected to propose work that helps embed reforms and effective practices into local institutions and communities so that progress lasts beyond a single funding cycle. The emphasis on "sustainability" suggests activities like institutional capacity-building, strengthening local ownership, improving accountability mechanisms, and ensuring that successful models can continue operating with reduced reliance on external support. The reference to "expanding targeted interventions" points to scaling up specific components of existing programs that are especially effective, or extending them to additional locations or groups, while still staying aligned with DRL's priorities.
Financially, individual awards were expected to range from a floor of $300,000 to a ceiling of $1,500,000. There was no cost-sharing or matching requirement, which typically lowers the barrier for nonprofit and academic applicants that may not have large unrestricted funds available. The announcement was posted and created on March 18, 2014, with an original and current closing date of April 25, 2014, and it was archived on May 25, 2014. These dates indicate it was a time-limited competition with a relatively standard application window.
Eligibility covered a set of established organizational types: public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education). Specific eligibility details and requirements were to be followed according to the proposal submission instructions in the full announcement, which is typical for DRL opportunities that often include detailed guidance on program design, monitoring and evaluation expectations, budgeting, and compliance.
For access and technical help, the point of contact was the Grants.gov support infrastructure rather than a program officer listed directly in the summary. Applicants experiencing difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically were directed to the Grants.gov Contact Center (1-800-518-4726, available 24/7 except federal holidays) or support@grants.gov. This reinforces that submission and primary access were meant to occur through Grants.gov, consistent with standard U.S. federal grant application processes.
FAQs: Ensuring Sustainability and Expanding Targeted Interventions of USG funded Democracy and Governance Programs in Iraq
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Ensuring Sustainability and Expanding Targeted Interventions of USG funded Democracy and Governance Programs in Iraq."
Which U.S. government office issued this funding opportunity?
It was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRLA DRLAQM 13 087.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
This is a discretionary funding opportunity using a grant instrument.
What program does this opportunity fall under (CFDA)?
It is listed under the Iraq Assistance Program, CFDA 19.016.
What is the main purpose of this grant?
The core purpose is to extend and strengthen democracy and governance work in Iraq by building on programs that have already demonstrated success, particularly programs that are currently underway or were previously funded by the U.S. Government.
Is DRL looking for entirely new programs or to build on existing work?
Based on the summary, DRL is signaling a preference for proposals that sustain proven approaches and expand targeted interventions where there is clear evidence of impact and continued need, rather than starting from scratch.
What does "sustainability" mean in the context of this opportunity?
It suggests proposals should focus on embedding reforms and effective practices into local institutions and communities so progress continues beyond a single funding cycle. Examples of what the summary points to include institutional capacity-building, strengthening local ownership, improving accountability mechanisms, and helping successful models continue with reduced reliance on external support.
What does "expanding targeted interventions" mean here?
It points to scaling up specific components of existing programs that are especially effective, or extending them to additional locations or groups, while staying aligned with DRL priorities.
What program areas are prioritized for Iraq under this opportunity?
The opportunity prioritizes DRL's main funding areas in Iraq, including: protecting and promoting human rights and advancing the rule of law; reinforcing democratic institutions and processes; and supporting advocacy and protections for women and marginalized populations.
What is the expected funding range for individual awards?
Individual awards were expected to range from $300,000 (floor) to $1,500,000 (ceiling).
Is cost-sharing or matching required?
No. The summary states there was no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
Who is eligible to apply based on the summary?
Eligibility includes public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education).
Where are the detailed eligibility rules and application requirements described?
The summary indicates that specific eligibility details and requirements were to be followed according to the proposal submission instructions in the full announcement.
When was the opportunity posted and what were the closing dates?
The announcement was posted and created on March 18, 2014. The original and current closing date listed was April 25, 2014.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The summary indicates the opportunity was archived on May 25, 2014, and the closing date was April 25, 2014.
Where were applicants expected to access the full announcement and submit?
The summary points to Grants.gov as the primary access route and support channel, reinforcing that access and submission were meant to occur through Grants.gov.
Who should applicants contact for technical help or difficulty accessing the announcement?
Applicants were directed to the Grants.gov Contact Center at 1-800-518-4726 (available 24/7 except federal holidays) or to support@grants.gov.
Is a program officer contact listed in the summary?
No. The summary indicates the point of contact provided was the Grants.gov support infrastructure rather than a program officer listed directly.
What types of proposal elements does DRL typically include in full announcements?
The summary notes that DRL opportunities typically include detailed guidance on program design, monitoring and evaluation expectations, budgeting, and compliance, and that applicants should follow the full announcement instructions.
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