Opportunity Information: Apply for DRL 09 MUSLIMWORLDRFP 040210
Apply for DRL 09 MUSLIMWORLDRFP 040210
- 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 "FY 2009 Request for Proposals Muslim World outside the Middle East" 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 Apr 2, 2010 and posted on Apr 2, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 4, 2010. (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 $800,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having 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).
- Organizations submitting proposals must meet the following criteria Be a registered U.S. non profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3). Applicants in the process of registration must submit proof that they are seeking non profit status from the Internal Revenue Service at the time of proposal submission. Should the applicant be selected for a grant award, funding will be contingent upon 501(c)(3) status or Be a U.S. university or research institution meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3) and Have demonstrated experience administering successful projects, preferably targeting the requested country and/or region, or similarly challenging program environment. DRL reserves the right to request additional background information on organizations that do not have previous experience administering federal grant awards. These applicants may be subject to limited funding on a pilot basis and Have existing, or the capacity to develop, active partnerships with organization(s) in the target country and/or region. Organizations may form consortia and submit a combined proposal. However, one organization should be designated as the lead applicant.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2009 Request for Proposals Muslim World outside the Middle East (Funding Opportunity Number DRL 09 MUSLIMWORLDRFP 040210) is a U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) grant opportunity aimed at supporting projects that advance democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in selected Muslim-majority or Muslim-community contexts outside the Middle East. The announcement frames this as an earmark opportunity and invites organizations to propose practical, on-the-ground initiatives that strengthen democratic governance, protect fundamental rights, and reinforce legal and institutional accountability in a defined set of countries and regions.
Geographically, DRL limits this competition to specific places across several regions: in Africa, projects should focus on Gambia and Mali; in East Asia and the Pacific, Cambodia; in Europe, Turkey and Azerbaijan; and in South and Central Asia, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, and a broader Central Asia regional scope. In other words, proposals need to clearly tie their objectives, activities, and expected results to one or more of these listed countries or the Central Asia regional category, rather than being general global programs. The program purpose is broad but consistent with DRL`s core mission, so competitive proposals would normally be expected to show how their work will measurably improve areas like civic participation, government accountability, independent media and civil society space, protections for vulnerable groups, fair legal processes, anti-corruption safeguards, and other rule-of-law building blocks tailored to the local operating environment.
The funding instrument is a grant under CFDA 19.345 (International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor). The posted and creation date is April 2, 2010, with an application deadline of May 4, 2010, and an archive date of June 3, 2010. DRL lists an award floor of $250,000 and an award ceiling of $800,000, which signals that applicants should design proposals at a fairly substantial scale, typically involving multi-activity workplans, meaningful in-country engagement, and a solid monitoring approach. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, so applicants are not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of eligibility, although proposals still generally benefit from showing strong local buy-in and realistic resourcing.
Eligibility is primarily limited to U.S. nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education under the main eligibility line, while also explicitly allowing U.S. universities or research institutions that meet the same 501(c)(3) provisions. Organizations that are still in the process of obtaining 501(c)(3) status may apply if they can provide proof that they are seeking nonprofit status at the time of submission, but any award would be contingent on obtaining that status. Beyond formal registration, DRL emphasizes organizational capacity: applicants should demonstrate experience administering successful projects, ideally in the target country or region or in comparably challenging environments. DRL also notes it may request additional background from organizations without prior federal grant experience and may limit funding for such groups on a pilot basis. A further expectation is partnership capacity, meaning applicants must already have, or be able to build, active partnerships with organizations in the target country or region, reflecting DRL`s typical preference for locally grounded implementation rather than purely external programming.
The opportunity also allows consortia applications, which can be useful where one organization brings grant management and compliance strength while another brings specialized technical expertise or deeper country presence. In those cases, DRL asks that one organization be designated as the lead applicant responsible for the combined proposal. Overall, the structure of the announcement points toward programs that are operationally feasible in the listed countries, led by eligible U.S. entities, and implemented with credible local partners, with clear relevance to democracy, rights, and rule-of-law outcomes.
For applicants needing assistance accessing the full announcement, the notice provides a direct point of contact: Pamela Erickson, Program Officer, reachable at 202-549-5979 or ericksonpc@state.gov. The announcement also references an additional information link to the DRL website for the full opportunity materials and any detailed proposal instructions, required forms, or guidance that would typically govern how proposals should be formatted and submitted.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is the FY 2009 Request for Proposals titled "Muslim World outside the Middle East" (Funding Opportunity Number DRL 09 MUSLIMWORLDRFP 040210), offered by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL). It supports projects that advance democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in selected Muslim-majority or Muslim-community contexts outside the Middle East.
Who is the funding agency?
The funding agency is the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL).
What is the CFDA number and program name?
The award is issued as a grant under CFDA 19.345, "International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor."
What types of projects is DRL looking to fund?
DRL is seeking practical, on-the-ground initiatives that strengthen democratic governance, protect fundamental rights, and reinforce legal and institutional accountability. The announcement suggests competitive projects typically demonstrate measurable improvements in areas such as civic participation, government accountability, independent media and civil society space, protections for vulnerable groups, fair legal processes, anti-corruption safeguards, and other rule-of-law building blocks tailored to local conditions.
Where are projects allowed to operate (eligible geographies)?
This competition is limited to the following countries and regional scope:
- Africa: Gambia and Mali
- East Asia and the Pacific: Cambodia
- Europe: Turkey and Azerbaijan
- South and Central Asia: Afghanistan and Uzbekistan
- Regional scope: Central Asia (regional category)
Can an applicant propose a global or multi-country program not tied to these locations?
The announcement indicates proposals must clearly tie objectives, activities, and expected results to one or more of the listed countries or the Central Asia regional category, rather than being general global programs.
Is the Middle East included in the eligible geography?
No. The opportunity is specifically framed as "Muslim World outside the Middle East" and lists eligible countries in Africa, East Asia and the Pacific, Europe, and South/Central Asia, plus a Central Asia regional scope.
What is the funding instrument?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the award amount range?
DRL lists an award floor of $250,000 and an award ceiling of $800,000.
Does this opportunity require cost sharing or matching funds?
No. The announcement states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is primarily limited to U.S. nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education under the main eligibility line. The announcement also explicitly allows U.S. universities or research institutions that meet the same 501(c)(3) provisions.
Can an organization apply if it does not yet have 501(c)(3) status?
Yes. Organizations that are in the process of obtaining 501(c)(3) status may apply if they can provide proof at the time of submission that they are seeking nonprofit status. Any award would be contingent on obtaining 501(c)(3) status.
Are universities eligible?
U.S. universities or research institutions are explicitly allowed if they meet the same 501(c)(3) provisions described in the announcement.
Does DRL expect applicants to have prior experience managing projects?
Yes. DRL emphasizes organizational capacity and expects applicants to demonstrate experience administering successful projects, ideally in the target country or region or in comparably challenging environments.
What if an organization has no prior federal grant experience?
DRL notes it may request additional background information from organizations without prior federal grant experience and may limit funding for such groups on a pilot basis.
Are partnerships with local organizations required or encouraged?
The announcement states that applicants must already have, or be able to build, active partnerships with organizations in the target country or region. This reflects a preference for locally grounded implementation rather than purely external programming.
Can a consortium apply?
Yes. The opportunity allows consortia applications, including arrangements where one organization provides grant management and compliance strength while another provides technical expertise or deeper country presence.
If applying as a consortium, what is required regarding the lead applicant?
DRL asks that one organization be designated as the lead applicant responsible for the combined proposal.
What are the key dates for this opportunity?
- Posted/Creation date: April 2, 2010
- Application deadline: May 4, 2010
- Archive date: June 3, 2010
Who can be contacted with questions or to access the full announcement?
The notice lists Pamela Erickson, Program Officer, as the point of contact. Phone: 202-549-5979. Email: ericksonpc@state.gov.
Where can applicants find additional instructions and required forms?
The announcement references an additional information link to the DRL website for the full opportunity materials and any detailed proposal instructions, required forms, or submission guidance.
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