Opportunity Information: Apply for DOS MEX PD DF 2016 04
Apply for DOS MEX PD DF 2016 04
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Mexico in the community development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Financial Literacy for Mexican Women: Breaking the Cycle of Violence" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.801.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 14, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 21, 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 $75,500.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico City, under the U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Mexico), released a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Financial Literacy for Mexican Women: Breaking the Cycle of Violence" (Funding Opportunity Number: DOS MEX PD DF 2016 04). The central aim of the program is to reduce womens vulnerability to abuse that is driven or sustained by economic dependence. The concept behind the opportunity is that improving practical financial skills can help women and girls gain greater independence and, as a result, avoid entering abusive relationships or remaining in them due to financial pressure.
The opportunity is structured as a single grant award, with an expected one award and a maximum funding level (award ceiling) of $75,500. It falls under the community development funding activity category and is associated with CFDA number 19.801. The notice was created on July 14, 2016, with an original application deadline of August 21, 2016. Eligible applicants are listed broadly as "Others," with the expectation that applicants consult the additional eligibility details referenced in the full notice.
The funded project is expected to deliver a set of connected components that function as a complete learning and delivery system rather than a one-off training. First, the program must begin with a needs assessment of the intended users, meaning applicants should plan to research the specific financial literacy gaps, barriers, and real-world constraints faced by the target audience. This is meant to ensure the training content is grounded in actual user needs and local context, rather than generic financial education.
Based on the findings, the grantee is expected to develop curricula in Spanish, with two distinct tracks: one course designed for adult women and a separate course tailored to girls. This separation suggests the program is looking for age-appropriate content and delivery, recognizing that girls and women face different risks, responsibilities, and learning needs. While the notice does not prescribe exact lesson topics, the emphasis is clearly on practical financial skills that support independence and informed decision-making.
A major part of the project is the creation of digital infrastructure to host and distribute the training. The program must include a website where users can access the content, along with companion mobile applications for both Android and iOS. This requirement indicates a focus on accessibility and scalability, allowing participants to engage with the material in multiple formats and settings, potentially including self-paced learning.
Finally, the program must incorporate an evaluation and feedback mechanism that produces analytics on the programs effectiveness and generates recommendations for improvement. In practice, this implies building measurement into the design from the start, such as tracking engagement, completion, learning outcomes, and user feedback, then using those data to refine content and delivery over time. The overall expectation is a measurable, user-informed financial literacy program that leverages digital tools to help women and girls strengthen economic autonomy as a pathway to reducing violence linked to financial dependence.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Financial Literacy for Mexican Women: Breaking the Cycle of Violence."
Who is offering this funding opportunity?
The grant is released by the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City under the U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Mexico).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DOS MEX PD DF 2016 04.
What is the main goal of the program?
The central aim is to reduce women's vulnerability to abuse that is driven or sustained by economic dependence. The program is based on the idea that practical financial skills can help women and girls increase independence and reduce the likelihood of entering or staying in abusive relationships due to financial pressure.
What funding category does this opportunity fall under?
This opportunity is listed under the community development funding activity category.
What is the CFDA number associated with this grant?
The associated CFDA number is 19.801.
How many awards are expected to be made?
The opportunity is structured as a single grant award, with one expected award.
What is the maximum funding amount available?
The award ceiling (maximum funding level) is $75,500.
When was the notice created?
The notice was created on July 14, 2016.
What was the application deadline?
The original application deadline listed in the notice is August 21, 2016.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are listed broadly as "Others". Applicants are expected to consult the additional eligibility details referenced in the full notice.
What is the expected approach to training: a one-time workshop or a full system?
The project is expected to deliver connected components that function as a complete learning and delivery system, not a one-off training. This implies planning for research, curriculum development, digital delivery, and ongoing evaluation as part of one integrated program.
Is a needs assessment required?
Yes. The program must begin with a needs assessment of the intended users. The expectation is that applicants will research specific financial literacy gaps, barriers, and real-world constraints affecting the target audience so the program is grounded in local context rather than generic financial education.
What language must the curriculum be developed in?
The curricula are expected to be developed in Spanish.
Are there separate curricula for different audiences?
Yes. The program calls for two distinct tracks: one course designed for adult women and a separate course tailored to girls. This indicates the content should be age-appropriate and responsive to different learning needs and circumstances.
Does the notice specify exact lesson topics?
No specific lesson topics are prescribed in the description provided. However, the emphasis is clearly on practical financial skills that support independence and informed decision-making.
What digital components are required?
The project must include digital infrastructure that hosts and distributes the training, including:
- A website where users can access the content
- A companion Android mobile application
- A companion iOS mobile application
Why does the program require a website and mobile apps?
The requirement suggests a focus on accessibility and scalability, enabling participants to engage with the content in multiple formats and settings, potentially including self-paced learning.
Is evaluation required as part of the project design?
Yes. The program must incorporate an evaluation and feedback mechanism that produces analytics on effectiveness and generates recommendations for improvement.
What kinds of evaluation outputs are expected?
Based on the description, the evaluation component should produce analytics about the program's effectiveness and recommendations to improve content and delivery over time. The notice implies measurement should be built in from the start.
What types of data might the analytics track?
The description suggests tracking items such as engagement, completion, learning outcomes, and user feedback, then using that information to refine the program.
How does this program connect financial literacy to reducing violence?
The underlying concept is that economic dependence can increase vulnerability to abuse. By strengthening practical financial skills and supporting greater independence, women and girls may be better positioned to avoid entering abusive relationships or to leave relationships where financial pressure contributes to remaining in them.
What is the overall expected deliverable of the funded project?
The overall expectation is a measurable, user-informed financial literacy program delivered through digital tools (website and mobile apps), supported by a needs assessment, two Spanish curricula (women and girls), and an evaluation system that generates actionable insights for improvement.
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