Opportunity Information: Apply for PRM SGP 09 CA 001 GL 050509
Apply for PRM SGP 09 CA 001 GL 050509
- The Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY 2009 Funding Opportunity Announcement for PRM Programs that Target Prevention of and Response to Gender Based Violence (GBV)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.522 Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Strategic Global Priorities.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 5, 2009 and posted on May 5, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 4, 2009. (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 $400,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- (1) Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education and (2) Non U.S. based non governmental organizations that are nonprofit and tax exempt under the laws of their country of domicile and operation, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2009 Funding Opportunity Announcement titled "PRM Programs that Target Prevention of and Response to Gender Based Violence (GBV)" is a U.S. Department of State Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) grant opportunity focused on overseas assistance that prevents and responds to gender-based violence affecting refugees and refugee returnees. The announcement makes clear that PRM is looking for practical, field-based programming that addresses GBV, including sexual abuse and sexual exploitation, while protecting the dignity of survivors and taking local cultural context into account. At the same time, applicants are expected to keep PRM's core mandate front and center: assistance for refugees and returnees, rather than general population programming that is not clearly tied to PRM beneficiary groups. The full announcement (referenced via the State Department link) contains specific priority activities, countries, and target populations, and the guidance emphasizes that proposals not meeting the stated requirements will be rejected without further consideration.
This opportunity is offered as a discretionary award using a Cooperative Agreement, which typically indicates a closer working relationship and more substantial involvement by the funding agency than a standard grant. The funding is tied to CFDA 19.522, Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Strategic Global Priorities, and the activity category is explicitly defined as prevention of and response to GBV among refugees, refugee returnees, and other PRM-eligible beneficiary populations identified in the announcement. The posted date and creation date are May 5, 2009, with an application closing date of June 4, 2009 (and an archive date of July 4, 2009), reflecting a time-limited competition window.
Award sizes are set with a clear range, which helps applicants calibrate scope and ambition. The award floor is $100,000 and the award ceiling is $400,000. The announcement states there is no formal cost-sharing or matching requirement, but it also signals a strong preference for proposals that show co-funding from non-U.S. government sources. In other words, applicants are not required to bring matching funds to be eligible, but demonstrating outside financial support is treated as a competitiveness factor and a sign of sustainability and organizational commitment.
Eligibility is limited to certain nonprofit organizations. Applicants may be U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), or non-U.S.-based nonprofit, tax-exempt NGOs under the laws of their home country (also excluding institutions of higher education). This framing steers the competition toward operational humanitarian and protection actors rather than academic institutions, and it implicitly favors organizations with established field capacity, partnerships, and compliance systems.
The selection priorities are heavily weighted toward evidence-based program design, coordination, and accountability. PRM states that priority will be given to organizations that begin with a solid needs assessment that defines the GBV problem(s) being addressed and explains the specific gap in the current response. Applicants are expected to situate their proposal within the broader in-country PRM footprint by clearly stating whether PRM already supports other activities in that country, and if so, why additional targeted GBV programming is still needed. This requirement pushes applicants to avoid duplication and to present the program as complementary to existing humanitarian services.
A central emphasis of the announcement is strong collaboration with UNHCR. Competitive proposals are expected to demonstrate a working relationship with UNHCR, and to show UNHCR funding and/or support for the proposed activities and the broader country program. In practical terms, this means PRM wants applicants who are aligned with the refugee coordination architecture, are integrated into protection and assistance planning, and can show credible buy-in from the lead refugee agency. Beyond UNHCR, proposals should also show active coordination with other international organizations and NGOs working in the same geographic area or sector. Where relevant, coordination with local authorities and development organizations is also encouraged, which signals PRM's interest in linkages that can support service continuity and strengthen local systems over time.
PRM also prioritizes implementers with demonstrated experience and presence. Applicants are expected to have a proven track record in GBV prevention and response and an established presence in the specific location(s) covered by the proposal. This requirement reflects the operational realities of GBV programming in refugee settings: effective response often depends on trust, survivor-centered practices, referral networks, staff training, and reliable access to communities and services, all of which are difficult to establish quickly from scratch.
On program quality, the announcement sets a high bar for planning, measurement, and evaluation. PRM looks for a concrete implementation plan with clearly defined objectives and indicators that meet SMART standards (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and reliable, time-bound and trackable). Applicants are expected to establish baselines and to include at least one impact indicator per objective, not just output counts. PRM also calls for a strong evaluation plan designed to measure results and program impact, which implies that proposals should go beyond describing activities and should explain how learning and performance management will be built into implementation. A well-developed transition strategy is another major priority, signaling that PRM is looking for programs that plan for handover, sustainability, or integration into longer-term systems rather than creating stand-alone services that end abruptly when funding ends.
Budget quality and transparency are also core evaluation factors. PRM expects a budget that fits the proposed objectives and demonstrates non-U.S. government co-funding where possible. For organizations that already receive other PRM funding, the proposal must clearly account for shared costs between programs, reducing the risk of double-charging and ensuring that cost allocation is defensible. This is an important compliance point because GBV programming often shares staffing, facilities, training platforms, and community outreach structures with other protection or health services, so PRM is explicitly requiring applicants to show how they will separate or allocate those costs.
Finally, the announcement includes a beneficiary-targeting requirement that shapes project design in refugee contexts. Applicants must demonstrate appropriate targeting of beneficiaries in coordination with UNHCR and other relevant organizations. In countries where refugees are the target population, PRM will only consider funding projects that include a target beneficiary base of at least 50 refugees. This threshold is meant to ensure the project is genuinely refugee-focused and of sufficient scale to justify PRM investment, while still leaving room for targeted interventions that may focus on particularly at-risk groups within refugee or returnee communities.
For applicants needing access or clarification, the announcement provides a point of contact: Bob Franks at PRM (phone 202-663-1397, email FranksB@state.gov). The full announcement and any country or activity-specific priorities are referenced through the State Department link provided in the notice.
FAQs: PRM Programs that Target Prevention of and Response to Gender Based Violence (GBV) (FY 2009)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) FY 2009 Funding Opportunity Announcement focused on overseas assistance programs that prevent and respond to gender-based violence (GBV) affecting refugees and refugee returnees.
What types of problems is PRM trying to address through this announcement?
PRM is seeking practical, field-based programming that addresses GBV, including sexual abuse and sexual exploitation, in ways that protect survivor dignity and take local cultural context into account.
Who are the intended beneficiaries?
The primary intended beneficiaries are refugees and refugee returnees, plus other PRM-eligible beneficiary populations identified in the announcement. PRM expects proposals to keep its core mandate centered on these PRM beneficiary groups.
Can programs serve the general population?
The announcement stresses that PRM support is meant for refugees and returnees. Proposals that are not clearly tied to PRM beneficiary groups (for example, general population programming without a clear refugee/returnee focus) do not align with PRM priorities as described.
What award mechanism will PRM use?
This opportunity is offered as a discretionary award using a Cooperative Agreement. This typically indicates closer collaboration and more substantial involvement by PRM than a standard grant.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The funding is tied to CFDA 19.522, Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Strategic Global Priorities.
When was the opportunity posted and what are the key dates?
The posted date and creation date are May 5, 2009. The application closing date is June 4, 2009. The archive date is July 4, 2009, indicating a time-limited competition window.
What is the funding range for awards?
The award floor is $100,000 and the award ceiling is $400,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No formal cost-sharing or matching is required to be eligible. However, PRM indicates a strong preference for proposals that demonstrate co-funding from non-U.S. government sources, treating it as a competitiveness factor.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to certain nonprofit organizations: (1) U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), and (2) non-U.S.-based nonprofit, tax-exempt NGOs under the laws of their home country (also excluding institutions of higher education).
Are universities or institutions of higher education eligible?
No. The eligibility language explicitly excludes institutions of higher education.
What kind of program approach is PRM looking for?
PRM is looking for practical, field-based GBV prevention and response programming that is survivor-centered (protecting dignity), culturally aware, and clearly linked to refugee/returnee populations.
What role does needs assessment play in proposal competitiveness?
PRM states that priority will be given to organizations that begin with a solid needs assessment that defines the GBV problem(s) being addressed and explains the specific gap in the current response.
How should applicants address the existing PRM footprint in a country?
Applicants are expected to state whether PRM already supports other activities in the country and, if so, explain why additional targeted GBV programming is still needed. This is meant to reduce duplication and show complementarity with existing services.
How important is coordination with UNHCR?
Coordination with UNHCR is a central emphasis. Competitive proposals are expected to demonstrate a working relationship with UNHCR and show UNHCR funding and/or support for the proposed activities and the broader country program.
Is coordination with other organizations expected?
Yes. Proposals should show active coordination with other international organizations and NGOs working in the same area or sector. Where relevant, coordination with local authorities and development organizations is encouraged.
Does PRM require applicants to already be operating in the proposed locations?
PRM prioritizes applicants with demonstrated experience and presence. Applicants are expected to have a proven track record in GBV prevention and response and an established presence in the specific location(s) covered by the proposal.
What are the expectations for objectives and indicators?
PRM looks for a concrete implementation plan with clearly defined objectives and indicators that meet SMART standards (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and reliable, time-bound and trackable).
Are baselines required?
Yes. Applicants are expected to establish baselines for their indicators.
Does PRM require impact indicators?
Yes. PRM expects at least one impact indicator per objective, not only output measures.
What are the expectations for evaluation?
PRM calls for a strong evaluation plan designed to measure results and program impact. Proposals are expected to explain how results measurement, learning, and performance management will be built into implementation.
Is a transition strategy required?
A well-developed transition strategy is highlighted as a major priority, signaling interest in handover, sustainability, or integration into longer-term systems rather than stand-alone services that end abruptly when funding ends.
What does PRM look for in the budget?
PRM expects a transparent budget that fits the proposed objectives and, where possible, demonstrates non-U.S. government co-funding. Budget quality and clarity are core evaluation factors.
If an organization already receives PRM funding, are there special budget requirements?
Yes. If an organization already receives other PRM funding, the proposal must clearly account for shared costs between programs to prevent double-charging and to ensure defensible cost allocation.
Is there a minimum number of refugees that must be included as beneficiaries?
Yes, in countries where refugees are the target population. PRM will only consider funding projects that include a target beneficiary base of at least 50 refugees.
How should beneficiary targeting be handled?
Applicants must demonstrate appropriate targeting of beneficiaries in coordination with UNHCR and other relevant organizations.
Where can applicants find the specific priority activities, countries, and target populations?
The full announcement (referenced through the State Department link provided in the notice) contains the specific priority activities, countries, and target populations.
What happens if a proposal does not meet the stated requirements?
The guidance emphasizes that proposals not meeting the stated requirements will be rejected without further consideration.
Who is the point of contact for questions?
The announcement lists Bob Franks at PRM as the point of contact: phone 202-663-1397, email FranksB@state.gov.
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