Opportunity Information: Apply for 169 08 007
Apply for 169 08 007
- The Hungary USAID Budapest in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Media Assistance Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 98.001 USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 8, 2008 and posted on Apr 21, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 29, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $8,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $8,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Media Assistance Program (Funding Opportunity No. 169 08 007) is a USAID-supported grant opportunity designed to help Serbia’s media sector move toward a stable, rules-based, and financially sustainable environment where citizens can access professional, independent news and information. The central aim is not only to fund short-term activities, but to strengthen the overall media ecosystem so that media outlets and supporting institutions can continue operating credibly and independently after USAID involvement ends. In practice, the opportunity is framed around long-term sector development: improving the legal and regulatory footing of media, supporting economically viable business models, and reinforcing professional standards that contribute to higher-quality journalism and more resilient media organizations across Serbia.
This opportunity is offered as a Cooperative Agreement, which typically means the funder expects substantial involvement during implementation, such as collaboration on planning, monitoring, and refining program activities. USAID anticipates making one award under this solicitation, with an estimated total funding amount of up to $8,000,000, and an award ceiling also set at $8,000,000. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants should be prepared to contribute non-federal resources (cash and/or in-kind support, depending on the specific terms) as part of the project’s overall budget and execution plan.
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, indicating it is broadly open to different types of entities, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may appear in the full announcement. The funding is associated with CFDA 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas). The opportunity was posted on April 21, 2008, with a closing date of May 29, 2008, and it was later archived on June 28, 2008. The issuing agency is USAID, referenced here as Hungary USAID Budapest, reflecting the regional management structure used for some USAID activities in the area at the time.
For applicant support or issues accessing the announcement, the listing provides points of contact including Leslie Ann Burnette Badinga and Mr. Hani Takla (Senior Agreement/Acquisition Specialists) at phone number 361-475-4239, as well as the Grants.gov help desk at support@grants.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - USAID Media Assistance Program (Funding Opportunity No. 169 08 007)
1) What is the Media Assistance Program (Funding Opportunity No. 169 08 007)?
The Media Assistance Program is a USAID-supported grant opportunity focused on helping Serbia's media sector move toward a stable, rules-based, and financially sustainable environment where citizens can access professional, independent news and information.
2) What is the main purpose of this funding opportunity?
The central aim is long-term sector development rather than only short-term activities. The program is intended to strengthen the overall media ecosystem so that media outlets and supporting institutions can continue operating credibly and independently after USAID involvement ends.
3) What kinds of outcomes is USAID trying to achieve through this program?
Based on the information provided, the opportunity is framed around strengthening Serbia's media ecosystem by:
- Improving the legal and regulatory footing of media
- Supporting economically viable business models for media organizations
- Reinforcing professional standards that contribute to higher-quality journalism
- Helping media organizations become more resilient and financially sustainable over time
4) What type of award is this?
This opportunity is offered as a Cooperative Agreement.
5) What does it mean that this is a Cooperative Agreement?
A Cooperative Agreement typically means the funder (USAID) expects substantial involvement during implementation. This can include collaboration on planning, monitoring, and refining program activities throughout the project period.
6) How many awards does USAID expect to make?
USAID anticipates making one award under this solicitation.
7) How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding amount is up to $8,000,000, and the award ceiling is also $8,000,000.
8) Is there an award ceiling?
Yes. The award ceiling is $8,000,000.
9) Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies. Applicants should be prepared to contribute non-federal resources as part of the overall project budget and execution plan.
10) What kinds of cost share contributions are expected?
The information provided indicates cost share may include cash and/or in-kind support, depending on the specific terms in the full announcement.
11) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning it is broadly open to different types of entities, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may appear in the full announcement.
12) Does "unrestricted eligibility" mean anyone can apply without limits?
It indicates broad eligibility, but applicants should still check for any additional eligibility clarifications or conditions that may be included in the full announcement.
13) What country or sector does this opportunity focus on?
The opportunity is designed to support Serbia's media sector and strengthen the media ecosystem across Serbia.
14) What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The funding is associated with CFDA 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas).
15) When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 21, 2008.
16) What was the application closing date?
The closing date listed is May 29, 2008.
17) What does it mean that the opportunity was archived?
The listing notes the opportunity was archived on June 28, 2008, which typically indicates the public listing is no longer active on the original platform as a current open solicitation.
18) Which agency is issuing this funding opportunity?
The issuing agency is USAID. The listing references "Hungary USAID Budapest," reflecting the regional management structure used for some USAID activities in the area at the time.
19) Who are the points of contact for applicant support?
The listing provides points of contact including Leslie Ann Burnette Badinga and Mr. Hani Takla (Senior Agreement/Acquisition Specialists).
20) What phone number is provided for the points of contact?
The phone number provided is 361-475-4239.
21) Who can help if there are technical issues accessing the announcement?
For issues accessing the announcement, the listing includes the Grants.gov help desk at support@grants.gov.
22) Is this opportunity intended to fund only short-term media projects?
No. The description emphasizes that the central aim is not only to fund short-term activities, but to strengthen the media ecosystem so it can continue operating credibly and independently after USAID involvement ends.
23) What is the larger goal behind strengthening the media ecosystem?
The larger goal described is a stable, rules-based, and financially sustainable media environment where citizens can access professional, independent news and information.
24) Where should applicants look for additional requirements not listed here?
Any additional eligibility clarifications and the specific terms related to cost sharing or other conditions would typically be found in the full announcement referenced by this funding opportunity.
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