Opportunity Information: Apply for DRL 10 IRAQ
Apply for DRL 10 IRAQ
- 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 "Iraq Human Rights Request for Proposals" 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 29, 2010 and posted on Apr 29, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 27, 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 $10,000,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Iraq Human Rights Request for Proposals (Funding Opportunity Number DRL 10 IRAQ) is a U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) grant competition focused on strengthening human rights protections and advancing the rule of law in Iraq. The opportunity uses Fiscal Year 2010 Economic Support Funds (ESF) and is structured as an open competition for organizations capable of designing and implementing projects that address urgent human rights challenges and support human rights and rule of law programming inside Iraq. The overall intent is to fund practical, on-the-ground initiatives that contribute to improved accountability, stronger legal and institutional safeguards, and greater respect for human rights.
The funding instrument is a grant, and the activity category is described as human rights and democracy programs (listed under “Other,” with a clarification that it pertains specifically to human rights and democracy work). The opportunity is tied to CFDA 19.345, International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor. DRL emphasizes that applicants should already have a demonstrated ability to operate in Iraq and to work effectively on human rights-related issues, which signals that implementation feasibility, local access, security awareness, and credible partnerships are likely to matter in proposal review.
Awards under this RFP range from a floor of $750,000 to a ceiling of $10,000,000, indicating DRL is willing to consider sizable, multi-component efforts rather than only small pilot projects. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, so applicants are not required to contribute non-federal funds as a condition of eligibility. Even so, applicants would typically be expected to propose realistic budgets and clear justifications that align costs with planned activities and measurable outcomes.
Eligible applicants include U.S.-based or otherwise qualifying public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (other than universities, which are listed separately as eligible). In practice, that eligibility list covers many universities, research centers, and nonprofit implementers that run governance, justice-sector, civil society, documentation, legal aid, or rights-focused programming, as long as they can show the capacity to function in Iraq and manage a grant at this scale.
Timing details show the notice was posted and created on April 29, 2010, with an original and current closing date of May 27, 2010, and an archive date of June 26, 2010. In other words, this was a time-limited FY2010 competition rather than an ongoing solicitation. DRL also notes an important caveat: the RFP does not guarantee funding and any eventual awards depend on Congressional approval of DRL’s spending plan as well as internal State Department approvals, including sign-off by the Assistant Secretary for DRL and the Office of Acquisitions Management. That language is a standard reminder that the agency can only obligate funds once appropriations and internal clearances are in place, and it also signals that the award process may be contingent on higher-level policy and budget decisions beyond the applicant’s control.
For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement, the listed program contact is Jennifer Cohen, Program Officer, reachable by phone at 202-261-8129.
FAQs: Iraq Human Rights Request for Proposals (Funding Opportunity Number DRL 10 IRAQ)
What is the Iraq Human Rights Request for Proposals (DRL 10 IRAQ)?
It is a U.S. Department of State grant competition run by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) to support projects that strengthen human rights protections and advance the rule of law in Iraq.
Which U.S. government office is offering this grant?
The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL).
What is the main purpose of this funding opportunity?
The intent is to fund practical, on-the-ground initiatives inside Iraq that respond to urgent human rights challenges and strengthen accountability, legal and institutional safeguards, and respect for human rights.
What types of projects does this opportunity support?
The RFP is for human rights and democracy programs, with an emphasis on human rights and rule of law programming implemented inside Iraq.
Is this an open competition or a limited/closed solicitation?
It is described as an open competition for organizations capable of designing and implementing relevant projects in Iraq.
What is the funding source for this opportunity?
The opportunity uses Fiscal Year 2010 Economic Support Funds (ESF).
What is the funding instrument?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What CFDA program is this opportunity associated with?
This opportunity is tied to CFDA 19.345, International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
What is the award size range?
Awards range from a minimum (floor) of $750,000 to a maximum (ceiling) of $10,000,000.
Does the opportunity require cost sharing or matching funds?
No. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement stated for this RFP.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include qualifying public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (other than universities, which are listed separately as eligible).
Does DRL expect applicants to have prior experience working in Iraq?
Yes. DRL emphasizes that applicants should already have a demonstrated ability to operate in Iraq and work effectively on human rights-related issues.
What does “demonstrated ability to operate in Iraq” imply for applicants?
Based on the notice language, it signals that feasibility of implementation in Iraq matters, including practical access, operational readiness, security awareness, and credible partnerships that support effective delivery of activities on the ground.
Is this a current funding opportunity?
No. The notice indicates this was a time-limited FY2010 competition with specific posting and closing dates, and it has an archive date.
When was the opportunity posted?
The notice was posted/created on April 29, 2010.
What was the application deadline?
The original and current closing date listed is May 27, 2010.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date listed is June 26, 2010.
Does the RFP guarantee that awards will be made?
No. DRL states the RFP does not guarantee funding, and any awards depend on Congressional approval of DRL’s spending plan and internal State Department approvals.
What approvals are mentioned as conditions for making awards?
The notice states awards are contingent on Congressional approval of DRL’s spending plan and internal approvals, including sign-off by the Assistant Secretary for DRL and the Office of Acquisitions Management.
Why might an applicant’s proposal not be funded even if it is strong?
The notice explains that funding decisions can be affected by factors beyond the applicant’s control, including Congressional approval and required internal State Department clearances.
What kind of budget approach is implied by the RFP?
Even without a match requirement, applicants would be expected to propose realistic budgets with clear justifications that align costs to planned activities and measurable outcomes.
Where will the supported activities take place?
The RFP emphasizes programming inside Iraq and on-the-ground initiatives in Iraq.
Who is the program contact for questions or access to the full announcement?
The listed program contact is Jennifer Cohen, Program Officer.
How can the program contact be reached?
Jennifer Cohen can be reached by phone at 202-261-8129.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for reference?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRL 10 IRAQ.
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