Opportunity Information: Apply for S LMAQM 10 RFA 007
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- The Special Envoy to Sudans office in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Outreach to Darfuri Arab and Nomadic Tribes" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 00.000 Not Elsewhere Classified.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 2, 2010 and posted on Apr 1, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 10, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $250,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $250,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- The Department encourages organizations that have not previously received international programming funding from the U.S. Government to apply under this announcement. The following are Eligible to apply for program funding not for profit/nongovernmental organizations subject to 501 (c) (3) of the tax code, commercial firms, and international organizations.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Outreach to Darfuri Arab and Nomadic Tribes grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number S-LMAQM-10-RFA-007) is a discretionary U.S. government grant announced by the Office of the U.S. Special Envoy to Sudan to support a one-year "Arab Outreach in Darfur" program. The central aim is to increase meaningful engagement with Darfuri Arab and nomadic communities, which have often been left out of formal peace and assistance efforts, by strengthening local civil society capacity and building durable links between Darfuri organizations and the international aid and donor community. The program is structured as a competitive solicitation in which one organization will be selected to manage and implement the project while coordinating closely with the Office of the Special Envoy throughout the grant period. The award is described as a one-year project with possible extensions, and the funding figure is presented in the narrative as USD 300,000, while the structured funding fields list an estimated total funding and award ceiling/floor of USD 250,000, indicating applicants should pay close attention to the official funding limits in the full announcement and any amendments.
The opportunity is framed by the U.S. government as part of a broader policy priority around Sudan, specifically supporting full implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) and seeking a comprehensive and durable resolution to the conflict in Darfur. The announcement notes that, even after the 2006 Darfur Peace Agreement (DPA), peace remained fragile: armed movements splintered, drivers of violence multiplied, and the DPA was widely criticized for limited inclusivity. A key problem highlighted is that Darfuri Arab and nomadic tribes were not adequately included in negotiations or the formal peace process, leaving these communities exposed to manipulation and further arming by the Government of Sudan and leaving their grievances largely unaddressed. The notice also emphasizes a perceived imbalance in humanitarian and development assistance, citing confirmations from international aid institutions that Arab communities in Darfur have received a smaller share of international assistance than other communities, a disparity that can deepen tensions and increase the risk of future inter-ethnic conflict.
In practical terms, the funded project is expected to pursue capacity building and connectivity rather than direct relief delivery. The core activities described include mapping and assessing existing NGO capacity in Darfur (with a focus on Arab and nomadic communities), providing training and other organizational development services to help build the capabilities of Darfuri NGOs, and creating a formal network of developed Darfuri organizations to make it easier to form partnerships with international NGOs, the broader international community, and donors. The "other" activity category is explicitly explained as these training, service, and networking functions, suggesting a strong emphasis on institution-building, coordination, and creating structures that can persist beyond the grant period.
Eligibility is broad and includes U.S. and international entities. The announcement specifies eligible applicants as not-for-profit/non-governmental organizations (including those subject to 501(c)(3) status in the U.S.), commercial firms, and international organizations. It also explicitly encourages organizations that have not previously received U.S. government international programming funds to apply, signaling openness to new implementers provided they can demonstrate relevant experience and capacity. While cost sharing or matching is not required, the announcement states that in-kind contributions will be viewed favorably, implying that applicants who can bring additional non-cash resources, expertise, staff time, local partnerships, or services may be more competitive.
Administratively, the opportunity was posted April 1, 2010, with a closing date that moved from May 3, 2010 to May 10, 2010, and an archive date of June 9, 2010. Only one award was expected. The grant is administered through the Special Envoy to Sudan's office, and the point of contact listed for access issues is a grants management specialist (Veronica Thompson). Overall, the grant is designed to address a specific gap identified by U.S. policy makers and aid actors: the limited inclusion of Darfuri Arab and nomadic tribes in peacebuilding and assistance ecosystems, and the need to strengthen local civil society infrastructure so these communities can participate more effectively in partnerships, advocacy, and longer-term stabilization efforts.
FAQs: Outreach to Darfuri Arab and Nomadic Tribes (S-LMAQM-10-RFA-007)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is described as the Outreach to Darfuri Arab and Nomadic Tribes grant, supporting a one-year "Arab Outreach in Darfur" program.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is S-LMAQM-10-RFA-007.
Which U.S. government office is offering and administering this grant?
The grant is a discretionary U.S. government opportunity announced by the Office of the U.S. Special Envoy to Sudan, which also coordinates closely with the selected implementer during the grant period.
What is the main goal of the program?
The central aim is to increase meaningful engagement with Darfuri Arab and nomadic communities that have often been left out of formal peace and assistance efforts, by strengthening local civil society capacity and building durable links between Darfuri organizations and the international aid and donor community.
Why does the announcement focus on Darfuri Arab and nomadic communities?
The notice highlights that these communities were not adequately included in negotiations or the formal peace process, leaving them vulnerable to manipulation and additional arming by the Government of Sudan, and leaving grievances largely unaddressed. It also cites a perceived imbalance in humanitarian and development assistance, with confirmations from international aid institutions that Arab communities in Darfur have received a smaller share of international assistance than other communities, which can deepen tensions and increase the risk of future inter-ethnic conflict.
How does this opportunity fit into broader U.S. policy priorities?
The opportunity is framed as part of a broader U.S. policy priority around Sudan: supporting full implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) and pursuing a comprehensive and durable resolution to the conflict in Darfur.
What type of project is being funded?
This is a one-year project (with possible extensions) structured as a competitive solicitation in which one organization will be selected to manage and implement the project while coordinating closely with the Office of the Special Envoy throughout the grant period.
How many awards are expected?
Only one award was expected under this solicitation.
What is the expected project duration?
The award is described as a one-year project with possible extensions.
What is the funding amount for this opportunity?
The narrative describes funding as USD 300,000, but the structured funding fields list an estimated total funding and an award ceiling/floor of USD 250,000. Applicants are expected to pay close attention to the official funding limits in the full announcement and any amendments.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states that cost sharing or matching is not required.
Do in-kind contributions matter for competitiveness?
Yes. While cost sharing is not required, the announcement states that in-kind contributions will be viewed favorably.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad and includes U.S. and international entities. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit/non-governmental organizations (including those subject to 501(c)(3) status in the U.S.), commercial firms, and international organizations.
Are organizations new to U.S. government international programming funds allowed to apply?
Yes. The announcement explicitly encourages organizations that have not previously received U.S. government international programming funds to apply, signaling openness to new implementers that can demonstrate relevant experience and capacity.
What kinds of activities does the project emphasize?
The funded project is expected to pursue capacity building and connectivity rather than direct relief delivery. Core activities include mapping and assessing existing NGO capacity in Darfur (with a focus on Arab and nomadic communities), providing training and other organizational development services to strengthen Darfuri NGO capabilities, and creating a formal network of developed Darfuri organizations to make partnerships with international NGOs, the international community, and donors easier.
Is this grant intended to fund direct humanitarian relief or service delivery?
The opportunity emphasizes capacity building, training, organizational development, and networking, rather than direct relief delivery.
What does the announcement mean by the "other" activity category?
The notice explicitly explains that the "other" activity category refers to training, organizational development services, and networking functions (including creating a formal network of Darfuri organizations).
What is meant by "mapping and assessing existing NGO capacity" in Darfur?
Based on the description, this refers to identifying and evaluating the current capabilities of NGOs in Darfur, with particular focus on Arab and nomadic communities, to inform targeted capacity-building support.
What is the intended long-term outcome beyond the grant period?
The project is designed to strengthen local civil society infrastructure and create durable links and networks so Darfuri organizations can participate more effectively in partnerships, advocacy, and longer-term stabilization efforts even after the grant period ends.
How is the program structured in terms of management and coordination?
One organization will be selected to manage and implement the project, and it is expected to coordinate closely with the Office of the Special Envoy to Sudan throughout the grant period.
When was the opportunity posted, and what were the key dates?
The opportunity was posted on April 1, 2010. The closing date moved from May 3, 2010 to May 10, 2010. The archive date is June 9, 2010.
Who is the listed point of contact for access issues?
The point of contact listed for access issues is a grants management specialist named Veronica Thompson.
What problem gap is this grant designed to address?
The grant is designed to address the limited inclusion of Darfuri Arab and nomadic tribes in peacebuilding and assistance ecosystems, and the need to strengthen local civil society capacity so these communities can engage more effectively with international aid actors, donors, and broader peace and stabilization efforts.
What context does the announcement give about peace efforts in Darfur?
The announcement notes that even after the 2006 Darfur Peace Agreement (DPA), peace remained fragile: armed movements splintered, drivers of violence multiplied, and the DPA was widely criticized for limited inclusivity.
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