Opportunity Information: Apply for SCO 200 16 GR066
Apply for SCO 200 16 GR066
- The DOS-INL in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Evaluation of Colombian National Police’s DARE Drug Prevention Education Campaign" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.704.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 12, 2016 and posted on May 12, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 15, 2016. (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 $250,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Opportunity Summary:
This grant opportunity, titled "Evaluation of Colombian National Police's DARE Drug Prevention Education Campaign" (Funding Opportunity Number SCO 200 16 GR066), was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (DOS-INL). It was posted on May 12, 2016, and closed on June 15, 2016. The award is structured as a grant under the education activity category and is listed under CFDA 19.704. The opportunity falls under an earmark category, indicating it is likely tied to specific programmatic priorities or designated funding directions rather than an open-ended competition. The maximum funding amount noted is an award ceiling of $250,000, and the notice indicates expected awards, though the exact number is not specified in the provided text.
The core purpose of the project is to create a well-supported proposal to modernize and upgrade the Colombian National Police (CNP) DARE campaign so it can function as a high-quality, evidence-based, rigorously evaluated, and nationwide drug prevention program across Colombia. In practical terms, the funding is meant to support an assessment and planning effort rather than immediate large-scale program rollout. The emphasis is on transforming DARE into something that reflects what current research shows works in drug use prevention, and on building a clear, credible roadmap that can guide Colombia toward a stronger prevention strategy at national scale.
A central feature of the project is collaboration with a Colombian academic institution. The academic partnership is positioned as a way to ensure the work is grounded in local context, credible methodology, and up-to-date scientific standards. Through that partnership, the project is expected to conduct a thorough evaluation in three main areas: first, the drug demand situation in Colombia (meaning patterns of use, risk factors, affected populations, and how demand is changing); second, the prevention activities currently being carried out by the Colombian National Police (what is being delivered, to whom, with what intensity, and what outcomes are being tracked, if any); and third, the latest academic and applied literature on drug prevention (to identify proven approaches, program design principles, and evaluation methods that could be adapted to Colombia).
The intended outcome is a concrete plan to transform and modernize the DARE program, informed by both on-the-ground realities and the best available prevention science. That plan would typically be expected to clarify what program model Colombia should use going forward, how it should be delivered in schools or communities, what training and materials are needed, how fidelity and quality would be maintained across regions, and how results would be measured over time. The opportunity description also signals that evaluation is not an afterthought but a defining requirement, suggesting the redesigned program should include built-in monitoring and evaluation components capable of demonstrating whether the program changes knowledge, attitudes, skills, or behavior in measurable ways.
Eligibility is broadly described as "Others" with reference to additional eligibility information not included in the excerpt, which implies that non-traditional applicants beyond standard categories may have been allowed, potentially including organizations able to form the required partnership with a Colombian academic institution. Overall, the grant reads as a targeted investment in redesigning and validating a national prevention education approach, aiming to move away from purely legacy programming and toward a model that is demonstrably effective, locally appropriate, and scalable across Colombia.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the official title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Evaluation of Colombian National Police's DARE Drug Prevention Education Campaign."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SCO 200 16 GR066.
Which U.S. government office issued this opportunity?
This opportunity was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (DOS-INL).
When was the opportunity posted, and when did it close?
It was posted on May 12, 2016 and closed on June 15, 2016.
Is this an open opportunity right now?
No. Based on the provided dates, the submission window closed on June 15, 2016.
What type of award is being offered?
The award is structured as a grant.
What is the activity category for this grant?
The activity category is education.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 19.704.
What does it mean that this opportunity is listed under an "earmark" category?
It indicates the funding is likely tied to specific programmatic priorities or designated funding directions, rather than being a fully open-ended competition.
What is the maximum funding amount available?
The maximum funding amount noted is an award ceiling of $250,000.
How many awards were expected?
The notice indicates expected awards, but the exact number is not specified in the provided information.
What is the main purpose of this project?
The core purpose is to support a well-supported proposal to modernize and upgrade the Colombian National Police (CNP) DARE campaign so it can function as a high-quality, evidence-based, rigorously evaluated, and nationwide drug prevention program across Colombia.
Is the funding intended for a nationwide program rollout?
No. The funding is described as supporting an assessment and planning effort rather than an immediate large-scale rollout. The focus is on evaluation, modernization, and developing a credible roadmap for national scale.
What does "modernize and upgrade" the DARE campaign mean in this context?
It means transforming the campaign so it reflects current research on what works in drug use prevention, and ensuring the program is evidence-based, rigorously evaluated, locally appropriate, and designed to scale nationwide.
What are the key required collaboration elements?
A central feature is collaboration with a Colombian academic institution. The academic partnership is presented as essential for local context, credible methodology, and alignment with scientific standards.
Why is a Colombian academic institution specifically emphasized?
The partnership is positioned to ensure the work is grounded in Colombia's local context and uses credible, up-to-date prevention science and evaluation methods.
What are the three main evaluation areas the project is expected to cover?
The project is expected to conduct a thorough evaluation of: (1) the drug demand situation in Colombia; (2) the prevention activities currently carried out by the Colombian National Police; and (3) the latest academic and applied literature on drug prevention.
What does "drug demand situation" mean for this evaluation?
It refers to patterns of drug use, risk factors, affected populations, and how demand is changing over time.
What does evaluating current CNP prevention activities involve?
It includes examining what is being delivered, who is receiving it, how intensive it is, and what outcomes are being tracked (if any).
What is meant by reviewing the "latest academic and applied literature" on prevention?
It means identifying proven approaches, program design principles, and evaluation methods that have evidence of effectiveness and could be adapted to Colombia.
What is the intended final deliverable or outcome of the project?
The intended outcome is a concrete, evidence-informed plan to transform and modernize the DARE program, based on local realities and the best available prevention science.
What kinds of topics would the modernization plan be expected to address?
The description suggests the plan would typically clarify the program model to use going forward, how it should be delivered in schools or communities, what training and materials are needed, how fidelity and quality would be maintained across regions, and how results would be measured over time.
How important is evaluation in this opportunity?
Evaluation is presented as a defining requirement, not an add-on. The redesigned program is expected to include built-in monitoring and evaluation components that can demonstrate measurable changes (for example, in knowledge, attitudes, skills, or behavior).
Does the opportunity specify which outcomes must be measured?
The provided information does not list a required set of outcomes, but it emphasizes measurable changes such as knowledge, attitudes, skills, or behavior.
What is the geographic focus of the work described?
The work is focused on Colombia, with the long-term goal of supporting a nationwide prevention program across the country.
Who is the program being modernized for?
The program referenced is the Colombian National Police (CNP) DARE drug prevention education campaign.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broadly described as "Others," with reference to additional eligibility information not included in the excerpt. This implies non-traditional applicants may have been allowed, potentially including organizations able to form the required partnership with a Colombian academic institution.
Does the provided information list specific eligible organization types?
No. The excerpt only shows "Others" and indicates additional eligibility details exist elsewhere but are not included here.
What is the difference between this grant's focus and a typical program implementation grant?
This opportunity emphasizes assessment, evaluation, and planning to redesign and validate the prevention approach, rather than funding immediate, large-scale delivery of services nationwide.
What is the long-term goal implied by the opportunity?
The long-term goal is to move away from legacy programming and toward a prevention education model that is demonstrably effective, locally appropriate for Colombia, scalable nationwide, and supported by rigorous evaluation.
Browse more opportunities from the same agency: DOS-INL
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Education
Next opportunity: New Light Under the Surface
Previous opportunity: Regional Conference on Online Media and Disaster Management
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 SCO 200 16 GR066
[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (SCO 200 16 GR066) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD - Preservation, Rehabilitation and Interpretive Support for New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Apply for NPS 16 NERO 0052 Funding Number: NPS 16 NERO 0052 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Restore Wetland Habitat at the Abandoned Glacier Creek Livery Facility, Rocky Mountain National Park Apply for P16AS00154 Funding Number: P16AS00154 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Basic Education Reading Support Project Apply for RFA 674 16 000005 Funding Number: RFA 674 16 000005 Agency: USAID-SAF Category: Education Funding Amount: $11,000,000 |
| Office of Innovation and Improvement (OII): Investing in Innovation (I3) Fund: Validation Grants CFDA Number 84.411B Apply for ED GRANTS 051616 002 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 051616 002 Agency: ED Category: Education Funding Amount: $11,500,000 |
| New American Cultural Centers and Cultural Programming in the People’s Republic of China Apply for EAPBJ 16 GR 002 EAP 051616 Funding Number: EAPBJ 16 GR 002 EAP 051616 Agency: DOS-CHN Category: Education Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| Urban Archeology Corps Apply for P16AS00174 Funding Number: P16AS00174 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: $59,080 |
| Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE): Office of Indian Education (OIE): Indian Education Discretionary Grants Programs: Professional Development Grants Program CFDA Number 84.299B Apply for ED GRANTS 051716 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 051716 001 Agency: ED Category: Education Funding Amount: $400,000 |
| South Florida EPMT Data Management Internship Apply for P16AS00178 Funding Number: P16AS00178 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: $18,974 |
| Friends of Fulbright Undergraduate Student Exchange Program Apply for SAR 200 16 NOFO 001 Funding Number: SAR 200 16 NOFO 001 Agency: DOS-ARG Category: Education Funding Amount: $275,000 |
| Master Cooperative Agreement Apply for P16AS00175 Funding Number: P16AS00175 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| USAID/Indonesia BUKA (Bukti Untuk Kebijakan dan Advokasi) Apply for RFI 497 16 00002 Funding Number: RFI 497 16 00002 Agency: USAID-IND Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Crew to Maintain Historic Cast Iron Tablets at CHCH Apply for P16AS00182 Funding Number: P16AS00182 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: $36,630 |
| Office of Innovation and Improvement (OII): Teacher Quality Partnership Grant Program CFDA Number 84.336S Apply for ED GRANTS 052316 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 052316 001 Agency: ED Category: Education Funding Amount: $1,500,000 |
| USAID/Enhancing and Advancing Basic Learning and Education in Bosnia-Herzegovina (ENABLE-BiH) Apply for RFA 168 16 000001 Funding Number: RFA 168 16 000001 Agency: USAID-BOS Category: Education Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
| Visitor Services Intern Trail Safety Apply for NPS NOIGWMP1600750 Funding Number: NPS NOIGWMP1600750 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| ETV+ Media Training Apply for DOSEST 16 GR 002 Funding Number: DOSEST 16 GR 002 Agency: DOS-EST Category: Education Funding Amount: $60,000 |
| Environmental Education and Outreach Internships Apply for NPS NOISEAZ1600787 Funding Number: NPS NOISEAZ1600787 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Trail Ambassadors Apply for NPS NOIGWMP1600751 Funding Number: NPS NOIGWMP1600751 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Alaska Trail Crew in Denali National Park & Preserve Apply for NPS DOIP16AC00405 Funding Number: NPS DOIP16AC00405 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: $30,000 |
| ANTI-CORRUPTION IN-SCHOOL EDUCATION PROGRAM Apply for APP007BIHED Funding Number: APP007BIHED Agency: DOS-BIH Category: Education 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
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 "SCO 200 16 GR066", 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.