Opportunity Information: Apply for PRM ECA 10 CA EUR 050310 CAUCASUS
Apply for PRM ECA 10 CA EUR 050310 CAUCASUS
- 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 Projects in the North and South Caucasus" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.520 Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Europe.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 3, 2010 and posted on May 3, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 1, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- 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 PRM NGO Projects in the North and South Caucasus opportunity is a discretionary funding announcement from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM), focused on refugee assistance. It makes limited funding available for NGO-led projects in two main geographic areas: Armenia (supporting refugees and vulnerable former refugees) and Russias North Caucasus (supporting vulnerable refugees and/or internally displaced persons, including returned IDPs). The award mechanism is a cooperative agreement, which typically means the funder expects a higher level of involvement or coordination during implementation than in a standard grant.
PRM is looking for proposals in a defined set of humanitarian sectors: protection, health and nutrition, gender-based violence (GBV), and shelter. Projects should clearly fit into one or more of these sectors and be designed around practical service delivery and measurable results for affected populations. A key program rule is that PRM will only consider projects that meet minimum beneficiary thresholds: in Armenia, proposals must target at least 50 refugees or vulnerable former refugees, and in the North Caucasus, proposals must target at least 50 IDPs or returned IDPs. This implies PRM is not seeking very small pilot activities unless they still meet those minimum caseload requirements.
PRM also lays out the factors it will prioritize when reviewing applications. Strong preference is given to organizations that can show an existing relationship with UNHCR, such as current UNHCR funding, a working partnership, and/or a letter of support from UNHCR covering either the specific proposed activities or the applicants broader country program. In addition, PRM favors applicants with a demonstrated track record of delivering the proposed type of assistance in the relevant sector and location, rather than organizations attempting to enter a new geography or technical area without evidence of past performance. Coordination is another major theme: PRM wants to see clear evidence that the applicant is working alongside international organizations and other NGOs operating in the same area or sector, and where feasible, coordinating with local authorities as well.
On program design, PRM emphasizes implementation discipline and measurable performance management. Proposals are expected to include a concrete implementation plan with well-developed objectives and indicators that follow SMART criteria (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and reliable, time-bound, and trackable). Applicants are expected to establish baselines and include at least one outcome or impact indicator per objective, signaling that PRM is not only interested in reporting activities and outputs (for example, number of people trained or items distributed) but also expects evidence of results and changes attributable to the project (for example, improvements in safety, access to services, or health outcomes).
Budget quality and resource leveraging are also important evaluation points. PRM wants a budget that is appropriate to accomplish the stated objectives and demonstrates cost realism. While the opportunity states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement as a formal condition, PRM indicates it will prioritize budgets that show co-funding from non-U.S. government sources, meaning applicants that can bring complementary donor funding, private fundraising, or other non-USG resources may be more competitive. Finally, PRM stresses appropriate beneficiary targeting and expects applicants to align targeting decisions with UNHCR and other relevant organizations, reinforcing the expectation of coordinated caseload management and avoidance of duplication.
From an eligibility standpoint, the opportunity is open to (1) U.S. nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) and (2) international organizations. The CFDA number associated with the program is 19.520 (Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Europe). The notice also highlights that international organizations running relevant programs should ensure PRM is aware of them by the closing date so PRM can consider the full landscape of IO and NGO activities when making funding decisions.
Key administrative details include the posting date of May 3, 2010, and an application closing date of June 1, 2010 (with the archive date listed as July 1, 2010). Award floor and ceiling are both listed as 0 in the source record, which usually indicates those amounts are not specified in the summary and are instead described in the full announcement or determined case-by-case. PRM directs applicants to consult the full Grants.gov announcement for complete requirements and to review PRMs general NGO guidelines on the PRM website. Questions were directed to Program Officer Nancy Cohen (with phone numbers provided and an email contact), indicating that applicants were encouraged to clarify technical or procedural questions after reviewing both the full announcement and PRM guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the PRM NGO Projects in the North and South Caucasus funding opportunity?
This is a discretionary funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM), focused on refugee assistance through NGO-led humanitarian projects.
What type of award is being offered?
The award mechanism is a cooperative agreement. This typically means PRM expects a higher level of involvement, coordination, or ongoing engagement during implementation than would occur under a standard grant.
Which geographic areas are included?
The opportunity is limited to two main geographic areas:
- Armenia (supporting refugees and vulnerable former refugees)
- Russia's North Caucasus (supporting vulnerable refugees and/or internally displaced persons (IDPs), including returned IDPs)
Which populations are eligible to be served under this opportunity?
Projects must serve the specific populations tied to each location:
- Armenia: refugees and vulnerable former refugees
- North Caucasus: vulnerable refugees and/or IDPs, including returned IDPs
Is there a minimum number of beneficiaries required?
Yes. PRM will only consider proposals that meet these minimum beneficiary thresholds:
- Armenia: at least 50 refugees or vulnerable former refugees
- North Caucasus: at least 50 IDPs or returned IDPs
Does PRM fund very small pilot projects?
PRM is not seeking very small activities unless they still meet the minimum caseload requirement (50 beneficiaries in the applicable location).
What sectors or types of activities does PRM want to fund?
PRM is seeking proposals that clearly fit into one or more of the following humanitarian sectors:
- Protection
- Health and nutrition
- Gender-based violence (GBV)
- Shelter
Do proposed projects need to fit within the listed sectors?
Yes. Projects should clearly align with at least one of the defined sectors and be designed around practical service delivery and measurable results for affected populations.
What does PRM emphasize in program design?
PRM emphasizes implementation discipline and measurable performance management. Proposals are expected to include a concrete implementation plan with well-developed objectives and indicators.
Are SMART indicators required?
PRM expects indicators that follow SMART criteria (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and reliable, time-bound, and trackable).
Are baselines required in the proposal?
Yes. Applicants are expected to establish baselines as part of their performance management approach.
Does PRM require outcome or impact indicators, or are outputs sufficient?
PRM expects more than activity and output reporting. Applicants should include at least one outcome or impact indicator per objective, showing evidence of results or changes attributable to the project (not just counts of services delivered).
What kinds of results does PRM expect to see measured?
Examples referenced in the opportunity include improvements in safety, access to services, or health outcomes, in addition to standard output tracking (such as numbers trained or items distributed).
What coordination expectations does PRM have?
PRM wants clear evidence that the applicant is coordinating with international organizations and other NGOs working in the same area or sector, and where feasible, coordinating with local authorities as well.
How important is coordination with UNHCR?
Coordination with UNHCR is a major review priority. PRM gives strong preference to organizations that can demonstrate an existing relationship with UNHCR.
What counts as an "existing relationship" with UNHCR?
Examples listed include current UNHCR funding, an active working partnership, and/or a letter of support from UNHCR covering the proposed activities or the applicant's broader country program.
Is a UNHCR letter of support required?
The opportunity describes a strong preference for applicants that can provide evidence such as a UNHCR letter of support, but it is presented as a review priority rather than an absolute eligibility requirement.
Does PRM prefer organizations with prior experience in the sector and location?
Yes. PRM favors applicants with a demonstrated track record delivering the proposed type of assistance in the relevant sector and geography, rather than applicants entering a new technical area or location without evidence of past performance.
How should applicants approach beneficiary targeting?
PRM stresses appropriate beneficiary targeting and expects applicants to align targeting decisions with UNHCR and other relevant organizations to support coordinated caseload management and avoid duplication.
What does PRM look for in the budget?
PRM looks for a budget that is appropriate to accomplish the objectives and demonstrates cost realism.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No formal cost-sharing or matching requirement is stated as a condition of the opportunity.
Even if cost sharing is not required, does PRM value co-funding?
Yes. PRM indicates it will prioritize budgets that show co-funding from non-U.S. government sources. Bringing complementary non-USG funding (such as other donors or private fundraising) may make an application more competitive.
Who is eligible to apply?
The opportunity is open to:
- U.S. nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education)
- International organizations
Are institutions of higher education eligible?
No. The eligibility statement excludes institutions of higher education.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number listed is 19.520 (Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Europe).
What are the key dates for this opportunity?
- Posting date: May 3, 2010
- Application closing date: June 1, 2010
- Archive date: July 1, 2010
Are award minimum and maximum funding amounts provided?
The award floor and ceiling are both listed as 0 in the source record, which typically means the amounts are not specified in the summary and may be described in the full announcement or determined case-by-case.
Where should applicants look for complete application requirements?
PRM directs applicants to consult the full Grants.gov announcement for complete requirements and to review PRM's general NGO guidelines on the PRM website.
Is there any special note for international organizations already operating programs in the region?
Yes. The notice highlights that international organizations running relevant programs should ensure PRM is aware of them by the closing date so PRM can consider the full landscape of IO and NGO activities when making funding decisions.
Who can applicants contact with questions?
Questions were directed to Program Officer Nancy Cohen, with phone numbers and an email contact provided in the notice, and applicants were encouraged to review the full announcement and PRM guidance before reaching out.
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