Opportunity Information: Apply for DRL 08 MLGA 052308
Apply for DRL 08 MLGA 052308
- 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 "Multilateral Initiatives Organization of American States and African Union" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 23, 2008 and posted on May 23, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 20, 2008. (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 $225,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- Organizations submitting proposals must meet the following criteria Be a U.S. non profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3), a comparable organization headquartered internationally, or an international organization. Universities are also eligible. Have demonstrated experience administering successful projects, with regard to the above proposal program objectives and in challenging country/regional program environments. 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. Have existing, or the capacity to develop, active partnerships with in country organization(s). 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 U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announced a discretionary grant competition under its Human Rights and Democracy Fund (HRDF) to support multilateral initiatives connected to the Organization of American States (OAS) and the African Union (AU). The opportunity is aimed at projects that advance democracy, human rights, and related multilateral programming in regional or cross-border contexts, rather than efforts focused on a single country or purely domestic work. DRL framed this as an open competition for assistance awards, meaning applicants would compete based on the strength of their proposals and their ability to deliver results in complex environments.
Total funding available for the initiative is up to $325,000. Individual awards are expected to range from a minimum (floor) of $100,000 to a maximum (ceiling) of $225,000. No cost sharing or matching funds are required, which lowers the barrier for organizations that may not be able to contribute significant non-federal funds. The funding instrument is a grant, and the activity category is listed broadly as "Other," with the clarification that the focus is multilateral initiatives involving the OAS and AU.
Eligibility is primarily geared toward nonprofit organizations. Applicants may include U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education), internationally headquartered comparable organizations, and international organizations. Universities are also eligible per the detailed eligibility language. DRL emphasizes that applicants should have demonstrated experience successfully administering projects aligned with the program's objectives, including the ability to operate in challenging country or regional settings. For organizations without prior federal grant experience, DRL notes it may request additional background information and could limit funding on a pilot basis, which signals an emphasis on risk management and proven capacity.
Partnership capacity is also a core expectation. Applicants must already have, or be able to develop, active partnerships with in-country organizations, reflecting DRL's preference for locally connected implementation and credible on-the-ground networks. The solicitation allows consortia applications, but requires that one organization be clearly identified as the lead applicant responsible for managing the combined proposal and serving as the primary point of accountability.
Key dates for the competition show it was posted and created on May 23, 2008, with an original and current closing date of June 20, 2008, and an archive date of July 20, 2008. The funding opportunity number is DRL-08-MLGA-052308, and the title is "Multilateral Initiatives Organization of American States and African Union." For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement, DRL provided a contact: Ramiro Martinez, Program Officer, at 202-261-8008, and directed applicants to the DRL website for the full announcement details.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Multilateral Initiatives Organization of American States and African Union."
Who is offering this grant competition?
The grant competition is offered by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL), under its Human Rights and Democracy Fund (HRDF).
What is the focus of the funding?
The funding is intended to support multilateral initiatives connected to the Organization of American States (OAS) and the African Union (AU) that advance democracy, human rights, and related multilateral programming.
Does this opportunity support single-country or purely domestic projects?
No. The opportunity is aimed at regional or cross-border efforts and multilateral programming, rather than projects focused on a single country or purely domestic work.
Is this an open competition?
Yes. DRL described this as an open competition for assistance awards where applicants compete based on the strength of their proposals and their ability to deliver results in complex environments.
What is the total amount of funding available?
Total funding available is up to $325,000.
What is the expected award size (minimum and maximum)?
Individual awards are expected to range from a minimum (floor) of $100,000 to a maximum (ceiling) of $225,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. Cost sharing or matching funds are not required.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The funding instrument is a grant.
How is the activity category described?
The activity category is listed as "Other," with the clarification that the focus is multilateral initiatives involving the OAS and AU.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is primarily geared toward nonprofit organizations. Eligible applicants may include U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education), internationally headquartered comparable organizations, international organizations, and universities (as stated in the detailed eligibility language).
Are universities eligible to apply?
Yes. Universities are described as eligible in the detailed eligibility language.
Does DRL require applicants to have prior experience managing similar projects?
Yes. DRL emphasizes that applicants should have demonstrated experience successfully administering projects aligned with the program objectives, including the ability to operate in challenging country or regional settings.
What if an organization does not have prior federal grant experience?
For organizations without prior federal grant experience, DRL notes it may request additional background information and could limit funding on a pilot basis.
Are partnerships required as part of the application?
Yes. Applicants must already have, or be able to develop, active partnerships with in-country organizations, reflecting DRL's preference for locally connected implementation and credible on-the-ground networks.
Are consortium applications allowed?
Yes. The solicitation allows consortia applications.
If applying as a consortium, is a lead applicant required?
Yes. One organization must be clearly identified as the lead applicant responsible for managing the combined proposal and serving as the primary point of accountability.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted and created on May 23, 2008.
What is the application closing date?
The original and current closing date is June 20, 2008.
When is the archive date?
The archive date is July 20, 2008.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is DRL-08-MLGA-052308.
Who can applicants contact for help accessing the full announcement?
Applicants can contact Ramiro Martinez, Program Officer, at 202-261-8008 for help accessing the full announcement.
Where can applicants find the full announcement details?
DRL directed applicants to the DRL website for the full announcement details.
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