Opportunity Information: Apply for PM PMWRA 13 013
Apply for PM PMWRA 13 013
- The PM Weapons Removal and Abatement in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "PMWRA.FY13.BurmaRSOI.MRE" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.800 Weapons Removal and Abatement.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 31, 2012 and posted on Dec 31, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 18, 2013 No Explanation. (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 $500,000.00 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 Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- Public International Organizations and For profit organizations
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled PMWRA.FY13.BurmaRSOI.MRE (Funding Opportunity Number: PM PMWRA 13 013) was a discretionary U.S. government grant issued under the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement (PM/WRA). It falls under CFDA 19.800, Weapons Removal and Abatement, and the specific program focus listed for this announcement is Mine Risk Education. The description notes that it used CSO 1207 funding, which indicates the funding stream tied to conventional weapons destruction and related civilian security activities. In practical terms, the opportunity was geared toward supporting programming that reduces harm to civilians from landmines and explosive remnants of war through education and risk-awareness efforts, with Burma/Myanmar identified in the title as the country focus.
The award structure allowed for grants up to an award ceiling of $500,000, with no stated minimum award amount (award floor of $0). Cost sharing or matching was not required, meaning applicants were not obligated to provide non-federal matching funds as a condition of eligibility. The funding instrument type was a grant, and the activity category was listed as "Other," clarified in the category explanation as Mine Risk Education, signaling that the work was not framed as research or infrastructure but as programmatic risk-reduction activities and outreach.
Eligibility was broad across several organizational types. The eligible applicant categories included nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (also excluding institutions of higher education), and public or state-controlled institutions of higher education. The listing also states additional eligibility information that includes Public International Organizations and for-profit organizations, indicating that, beyond the standard nonprofit and academic applicants, certain international bodies and private entities could also potentially apply if they met the program requirements and the terms of the announcement.
Key dates show the opportunity was posted and created on December 31, 2012, with an original and current closing date of January 18, 2013. The opportunity was later archived on February 17, 2013. For access issues related to the full announcement, the contact route provided was the Grants.gov Contact Center, available 24/7 except federal holidays, with the listed phone number (1-800-518-4726) and email (support@grants.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title and identifier for this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled PMWRA.FY13.BurmaRSOI.MRE. It lists a Funding Opportunity Number: PM PMWRA 13 013.
Which U.S. government office issued this opportunity?
This was a discretionary U.S. government grant issued under the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement (PM/WRA).
What CFDA program does this opportunity fall under?
It falls under CFDA 19.800, which is Weapons Removal and Abatement.
What is the program focus for this announcement?
The specific program focus listed for this announcement is Mine Risk Education.
What is the main purpose of the grant as described?
The opportunity was geared toward supporting programming that reduces harm to civilians from landmines and explosive remnants of war through education and risk-awareness efforts.
Which country is referenced as the focus in the opportunity title?
The title identifies Burma/Myanmar as the country focus.
What funding stream was used for this opportunity?
The description notes it used CSO 1207 funding, indicating a funding stream tied to conventional weapons destruction and related civilian security activities.
What type of funding instrument is this?
The funding instrument type is a grant.
How is the activity category described in the listing?
The activity category is listed as "Other", and the category explanation clarifies this as Mine Risk Education.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award structure allowed for grants up to an award ceiling of $500,000.
Is there a minimum award amount (award floor)?
No minimum amount is stated. The listing shows an award floor of $0.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. Cost sharing or matching was not required, meaning applicants were not obligated to provide non-federal matching funds as a condition of eligibility.
Which organizations are eligible to apply according to the eligible applicant categories?
The eligible applicant categories include:
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education)
- Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education)
- Public or state-controlled institutions of higher education
Does the listing mention any additional eligible applicant types beyond the main categories?
Yes. Additional eligibility information includes Public International Organizations and for-profit organizations, indicating these entities could also potentially apply if they met program requirements and the terms of the announcement.
When was the opportunity posted and created?
The opportunity was posted and created on December 31, 2012.
What was the original closing date, and did it change?
The original closing date and the current closing date are both listed as January 18, 2013, meaning no change is indicated in the provided information.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on February 17, 2013.
Who should be contacted for access issues related to the full announcement?
For access issues related to the full announcement, the contact route provided is the Grants.gov Contact Center.
What are the Grants.gov Contact Center hours?
The Grants.gov Contact Center is available 24/7 except federal holidays.
What phone number is listed for the Grants.gov Contact Center?
The listed phone number is 1-800-518-4726.
What email address is listed for Grants.gov support?
The listed email is support@grants.gov.
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