Opportunity Information: Apply for PRM ECA 08 CA SCA 012508 AFGHANS
Apply for PRM ECA 08 CA SCA 012508 AFGHANS
- The Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "PRM NGO Programs Assisting Refugee Populations in Pakistan and Recent Returned Refugees in Afghanistan" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.519 Overseas Refugee Assistance Program for Near East and South Asia.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 25, 2008 and posted on Jan 25, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 18, 2008 For projects beginning in May and June, proposals are due no later than February 25. For projects beginning in July through September, proposals are due no later than April 18.. (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 $1,500,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- (1) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with IRS, other than institutions of higher education and international organizations and (2) International Organizations.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "PRM NGO Programs Assisting Refugee Populations in Pakistan and Recent Returned Refugees in Afghanistan" is a discretionary funding announcement issued by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM). Its purpose is to fund humanitarian assistance projects that support two closely related groups affected by displacement: Afghan refugees currently living in Pakistan and Afghans who have recently returned to Afghanistan. The assistance focus is framed broadly as refugee assistance under CFDA 19.519, "Overseas Refugee Assistance Program for Near East and South Asia," and applicants are directed to consult the full announcement for the specific priority sectors and geographic areas PRM is emphasizing inside Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Funding is provided through a cooperative agreement, which typically means PRM expects a more hands-on relationship than a standard grant, including ongoing coordination, reporting, and programmatic involvement consistent with federal cooperative agreement practices. The stated funding range runs from an award floor of $50,000 up to an award ceiling of $1,500,000 per award. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, so proposals do not need to include non-federal matching funds to be eligible, although applicants may still choose to leverage other resources if it strengthens the program design.
Eligibility is limited to two main categories of organizations. First, U.S.-based nonprofit organizations that hold 501(c)(3) status with the IRS (excluding institutions of higher education). Second, international organizations may apply; however, responses from international organizations are handled under PRM's established authorities and procedures for voluntary contributions, which can affect how awards are structured and processed compared to awards to NGOs.
The opportunity is structured around two proposal deadlines tied to different project start windows. For projects intended to begin in May or June, proposals are due no later than February 25, 2008. For projects intended to begin between July and September, proposals are due no later than April 18, 2008, which is also the overall closing date listed for the opportunity. This setup allows organizations to propose time-sensitive interventions aligned with anticipated operational timelines in the region, while giving PRM a way to review and fund projects in phases based on when activities can realistically start.
Key administrative details include the funding opportunity number PRM-ECA-08-CA-SCA-012508-AFGHANS and the posting date of January 25, 2008. The announcement was later archived on May 18, 2008. Organizations that cannot access the full announcement electronically are instructed to contact Nancy Iris, Deputy Director in the Office of Assistance for Europe, Central Asia and Americas, at (202) 663-1759, with an additional PRM contact email referenced in the listing. For actual program planning, the most important next step highlighted by the notice is reviewing the full funding opportunity announcement, since it contains the detailed priority areas, sector preferences, and any technical or compliance requirements applicable to proposed work in Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "PRM NGO Programs Assisting Refugee Populations in Pakistan and Recent Returned Refugees in Afghanistan."
2) Which U.S. government office is offering this funding?
This is a discretionary funding announcement issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM).
3) What is the main purpose of the funding?
The purpose is to fund humanitarian assistance projects that support two closely related displacement-affected groups: (1) Afghan refugees currently living in Pakistan, and (2) Afghans who have recently returned to Afghanistan.
4) What program or CFDA does this opportunity fall under?
The assistance is framed as refugee assistance under CFDA 19.519, "Overseas Refugee Assistance Program for Near East and South Asia."
5) What type of award is expected (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
Funding is provided through a cooperative agreement. This typically implies PRM expects a more hands-on relationship than a standard grant, including ongoing coordination, reporting, and programmatic involvement consistent with federal cooperative agreement practices.
6) What is the funding range per award?
The stated award floor is $50,000 and the award ceiling is $1,500,000 per award.
7) Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, so proposals do not need to include non-federal matching funds to be eligible.
8) Can an applicant still include other resources even if matching is not required?
Yes. While matching is not required, applicants may still choose to leverage other resources if it strengthens the program design.
9) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to two main categories: (1) U.S.-based nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), and (2) international organizations.
10) Are U.S. colleges or universities eligible under the 501(c)(3) category?
No. Institutions of higher education are excluded from the U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit eligibility category as described in the listing.
11) How are applications from international organizations handled?
International organization responses are handled under PRM's established authorities and procedures for voluntary contributions, which may affect how awards are structured and processed compared to awards to NGOs.
12) Where are projects expected to operate?
Projects are intended to support Afghan refugees in Pakistan and recent returned refugees in Afghanistan. Applicants are directed to consult the full announcement for the specific priority sectors and geographic areas PRM is emphasizing within Pakistan and Afghanistan.
13) Are there specific sectors or priority areas applicants must address?
The notice indicates that the full announcement contains the detailed priority areas, sector preferences, and geographic emphasis. Applicants are directed to consult the full announcement for those specifics.
14) What are the proposal deadlines?
There are two proposal deadlines tied to intended project start windows. For projects intended to begin in May or June, proposals are due no later than February 25, 2008. For projects intended to begin between July and September, proposals are due no later than April 18, 2008.
15) What is the overall closing date for the opportunity?
The overall closing date listed is April 18, 2008.
16) How do the deadlines relate to planned project start dates?
The opportunity is structured so organizations proposing projects that begin in May or June must submit by February 25, 2008, while those planning starts between July and September must submit by April 18, 2008.
17) What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is PRM-ECA-08-CA-SCA-012508-AFGHANS.
18) When was the opportunity posted?
The posting date is January 25, 2008.
19) Is this opportunity still active?
The announcement was later archived on May 18, 2008.
20) What should an organization do if it cannot access the full announcement electronically?
Organizations that cannot access the full announcement electronically are instructed to contact Nancy Iris, Deputy Director in the Office of Assistance for Europe, Central Asia and Americas, at (202) 663-1759. The listing also references an additional PRM contact email.
21) Who is the named point of contact in the listing?
The named contact is Nancy Iris, Deputy Director in the Office of Assistance for Europe, Central Asia and Americas.
22) What is the phone number provided for assistance?
The phone number provided is (202) 663-1759.
23) What is the most important next step for program planning based on the notice?
The notice emphasizes reviewing the full funding opportunity announcement because it contains the detailed priority areas, sector preferences, geographic focus, and any technical or compliance requirements applicable to proposed work in Pakistan and Afghanistan.
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