Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 15 033
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 15 033
- 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 "Improving Access to Justice in the Democratic Republic of Congo" 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 Jan 26, 2015 and posted on Jan 26, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 27, 2015 No Explanation. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $800,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "Improving Access to Justice in the Democratic Republic of Congo" is a discretionary U.S. government funding announcement issued by the Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL), specifically under its Grants Program (DRL/GP). The core purpose is to strengthen the justice system in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and expand meaningful access to justice for communities through innovative programming. The announcement emphasizes practical improvements that can make justice institutions function more effectively, more fairly, and with greater public trust, rather than short-term or isolated interventions.
Programmatically, DRL is looking for projects that target key parts of the security and governance ecosystem that directly affect justice outcomes, with a clear focus on strengthening sectors within the police, military, and/or local government. The idea is to support reforms and capacity-building that help these institutions operate in ways that align with the rule of law and human rights standards. Competitive proposals are expected to look beyond quick fixes and instead take a long-term view of stability, professionalism, and institutional proficiency within the DRC justice system. In other words, the funding is intended for initiatives that can contribute to durable improvements in how justice is administered and accessed over time.
A notable preference in the opportunity is for a regional pilot program that can be tested in one area and then scaled or replicated nationally. This reflects an interest in approaches that are not only effective in a localized setting but also designed with replication in mind, including clear models, training approaches, coordination mechanisms, or tools that could be adapted for broader use across the country. Strong applications would typically show how the pilot will be evaluated, what makes it transferable, and what partnerships or government buy-in would be needed to expand it.
Funding for the opportunity is substantial but limited in scope, with an estimated total program funding level of $800,000 and an expected number of awards of one. The funding instrument is a grant, and the award size is effectively fixed within a narrow range: the award floor is $800,000 and the ceiling is $1,000,000. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, which means applicants are not required to contribute their own funds as a condition of eligibility.
The eligible applicant pool includes U.S.-based and qualifying entities such as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations both with and without 501(c)(3) status (as long as they are not institutions of higher education in the nonprofit category listed). The program is categorized under democracy and human rights programming, and it is associated with CFDA number 19.345, which covers international programs supporting democracy, human rights, and labor.
In terms of timing and administrative details, the opportunity was posted on January 26, 2015, with an application deadline of March 27, 2015, and an archive date of April 26, 2015. Applicants needing technical assistance accessing the full announcement were directed to the Grants.gov Contact Center, available 24/7 excluding federal holidays, at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Improving Access to Justice in the Democratic Republic of Congo".
Which U.S. government office is issuing this funding announcement?
This is a discretionary U.S. government funding announcement issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL), under its Grants Program (DRL/GP).
What is the main purpose of the grant?
The core purpose is to strengthen the justice system in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and expand meaningful access to justice for communities through innovative programming.
What kinds of outcomes does DRL emphasize?
The announcement emphasizes practical improvements that help justice institutions function more effectively, more fairly, and with greater public trust, rather than short-term or isolated interventions.
What sectors or institutions are projects expected to focus on?
DRL is looking for projects that target key parts of the security and governance ecosystem that directly affect justice outcomes, with a clear focus on strengthening sectors within the police, military, and/or local government.
What approach is DRL looking for in competitive proposals?
Competitive proposals are expected to look beyond quick fixes and take a long-term view of stability, professionalism, and institutional proficiency in the DRC justice system. The intent is to support reforms and capacity-building aligned with rule of law and human rights standards.
Is there a preference for any particular project design?
Yes. The opportunity notes a preference for a regional pilot program that can be tested in one area and then scaled or replicated nationally.
What would make a regional pilot program stronger under this opportunity?
Stronger applications would typically explain how the pilot will be evaluated, what makes it transferable, and what partnerships or government buy-in would be needed to expand it nationally. The announcement also highlights replication-friendly elements such as clear models, training approaches, coordination mechanisms, or tools that could be adapted across the country.
How much total funding is available under this announcement?
The estimated total program funding level is $800,000.
How many awards does the Department of State expect to make?
The expected number of awards is one (1).
What type of funding instrument will be used?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the award size range (minimum and maximum)?
The award floor is $800,000 and the award ceiling is $1,000,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not required to contribute their own funds as a condition of eligibility.
Who is eligible to apply?
The eligible applicant pool includes U.S.-based and qualifying entities, including:
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education)
- Nonprofit organizations without 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education)
What program area does this opportunity fall under?
The program is categorized under democracy and human rights programming.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 19.345, which covers international programs supporting democracy, human rights, and labor.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on January 26, 2015.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was March 27, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was April 26, 2015.
Where could applicants get technical assistance accessing the full announcement?
Applicants needing technical assistance accessing the full announcement were directed to the Grants.gov Contact Center.
How can the Grants.gov Contact Center be reached?
The Grants.gov Contact Center is available 24/7 excluding federal holidays at 1-800-518-4726 or support@grants.gov.
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