Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 14 009
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 14 009
- 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 "Promoting Accuracy and Transparency in Mass Media" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.345 International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 19, 2013 and posted on Dec 17, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 27, 2014 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: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Promoting Accuracy and Transparency in Mass Media grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 14 009) was a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL). Its core purpose was to support projects that strengthen the accuracy, transparency, and credibility of news, social media, and other mass media channels, with the specific aim of reducing the spread of misinformation that can be harmful or dangerous. In practical terms, the opportunity was geared toward initiatives that improve the information environment by helping media actors and platforms develop better standards, practices, and tools that make it easier for audiences to trust what they see and harder for false or misleading narratives to circulate unchecked.
Funding was offered in the form of grants, with individual awards expected to fall between $200,000 (award floor) and $500,000 (award ceiling). The program did not require cost sharing or matching funds, which typically lowers the barrier to entry for eligible organizations that may not have large reserves or access to private co-funding. The assistance listing associated with the opportunity was CFDA 19.345, described as International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor, which situates the competition within DRL's broader portfolio of efforts that reinforce democratic governance and protect rights by supporting open, reliable civic information systems.
Eligibility was limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status recognized by the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education. That means qualified independent nonprofit organizations, such as media development NGOs, press freedom groups, civil society organizations, or nonprofit investigative and accountability entities, would have been the primary intended applicants, as long as they met the IRS status requirement and were not universities or colleges applying as higher-ed institutions. The opportunity was posted on December 17, 2013, created on December 19, 2013, and had an application deadline (original and current closing date) of January 27, 2014. The opportunity was later archived on February 26, 2014, indicating the competition window had closed and the listing was retained for recordkeeping.
From a program-design standpoint, this grant call reflected a focus on countering misinformation by promoting media practices that make reporting and information-sharing more verifiable and accountable. While the synopsis does not list specific project models, the stated goals align with efforts such as improving editorial and verification workflows, strengthening transparency around sourcing and corrections, building capacity for fact-checking and responsible reporting, and developing approaches that help audiences assess credibility. It also suggests interest in interventions that address not only traditional news outlets but also social media and other mass communication channels where misinformation can spread rapidly, especially in environments where public trust is fragile and inaccurate information can lead to real-world harm.
Applicants needing help accessing the full announcement were directed to the Grants.gov Contact Center, available 24/7 except federal holidays, via phone at 1-800-518-4726 or email at support@grants.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled Promoting Accuracy and Transparency in Mass Media.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRLA DRLAQM 14 009.
Which federal agency ran this grant competition?
This was a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL).
What was the main purpose of the grant?
The core purpose was to support projects that strengthen the accuracy, transparency, and credibility of news, social media, and other mass media channels, with a specific aim of reducing the spread of misinformation that can be harmful or dangerous.
What types of media did the opportunity focus on?
The opportunity referenced news, social media, and other mass media channels, reflecting an interest in both traditional media and platforms where information spreads widely and quickly.
What kinds of projects were aligned with the grant goals?
While the synopsis did not list specific project models, the stated goals align with initiatives such as improving editorial and verification workflows, strengthening transparency around sourcing and corrections, building capacity for fact-checking and responsible reporting, and developing approaches that help audiences assess credibility.
What was the overall policy or program angle behind this opportunity?
The call reflected a focus on countering misinformation by promoting media practices that make reporting and information-sharing more verifiable and accountable, particularly in environments where trust is fragile and inaccurate information can lead to real-world harm.
What form of funding was offered?
Funding was offered in the form of grants.
What was the expected award size?
Individual awards were expected to range from an award floor of $200,000 to an award ceiling of $500,000.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. The program did not require cost sharing or matching funds.
What is the Assistance Listing / CFDA number for this opportunity?
The associated listing was CFDA 19.345, described as International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
How does this opportunity fit within DRL's broader work?
Based on the CFDA description provided, it sits within DRL's broader portfolio supporting democracy, human rights, and labor by reinforcing open, reliable civic information systems.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status recognized by the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education.
Are colleges or universities eligible?
No. The eligibility language explicitly excluded institutions of higher education.
What kinds of organizations were implied as likely applicants?
The description suggests primary intended applicants would include qualified independent nonprofit organizations such as media development NGOs, press freedom groups, civil society organizations, or nonprofit investigative and accountability entities, as long as they met the IRS 501(c)(3) requirement and were not higher-ed institutions.
When was the opportunity posted and created?
It was posted on December 17, 2013 and created on December 19, 2013.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline (original and current closing date) was January 27, 2014.
Is this funding opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was later archived on February 26, 2014, indicating the competition window had closed and the listing was retained for recordkeeping.
Where could applicants get help accessing the full announcement?
Applicants needing help accessing the full announcement were directed to the Grants.gov Contact Center.
How can the Grants.gov Contact Center be reached?
The Contact Center was available 24/7 except federal holidays, via phone at 1-800-518-4726 or email at support@grants.gov.
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