Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAKAB 16 CA 012 SCA 05242016
Apply for SCAKAB 16 CA 012 SCA 05242016
- The DOS-AFG in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Strengthening Capacity of Regional Non-Governmental and Civil Society Organizations in Afghanistan" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.501.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 24, 2016 and posted on May 24, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 25, 2016. (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 $1,650,000.00 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).
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "Strengthening Capacity of Regional Non-Governmental and Civil Society Organizations in Afghanistan" is a U.S. Department of State program (DOS-AFG) released by PAS Kabul to support the development of civil society in Afghanistan by strengthening the organizational and project-delivery capacity of NGOs and CSOs operating in regions outside of Kabul. The award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the funding agency expects to have an active partnership role during implementation rather than providing funding with minimal involvement. The overall intent is to expand civic engagement and community development at the local level by equipping regional organizations with the skills, systems, and knowledge needed to run effective, transparent, and sustainable programs.
At the center of the opportunity is a capacity-building program aimed at identifying, training, and supporting eligible regional NGOs/CSOs that are already engaged in community-oriented work. The solicitation specifically highlights organizations working on themes such as equal rights and the empowerment of women, community participation in local government, volunteerism that benefits local communities, youth participation in civic development, educational or community support programs for people with disabilities, and community initiatives that encourage diversity and tolerance. It also leaves room for similar projects that advance civil society development, signaling that proposals can include related civic engagement or community cohesion topics as long as they clearly contribute to local civil society outcomes.
The expected impact goes beyond one-time trainings. The program is designed to push participating NGOs/CSOs toward stronger institutional performance and longer-term resilience. Key outcomes include improved organizational management, stronger ability to plan and implement community projects, better capacity to seek and secure private or international funding, and improved competence in administering projects and funds in line with transparent international standards. Another major emphasis is sustainability, with the grant aiming to help organizations develop strategies that allow them to continue operating and delivering community benefits after the award period ends, rather than remaining dependent on a single donor cycle.
From an administrative standpoint, this is a discretionary funding opportunity under CFDA 19.501, with an opportunity number of SCAKAB 16 CA 012 (also referenced as SCA 05242016). The funding ceiling is $1,650,000, and the agency anticipated making one award, indicating a single implementer would likely run the capacity-building effort and coordinate training and support across multiple regional partner organizations. The opportunity was posted on May 24, 2016, with an application deadline of July 25, 2016. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," implying that the specific eligible applicant types are defined in the full announcement details, but the program focus clearly centers on building the capacity of regional Afghan civil society actors rather than Kabul-based organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Strengthening Capacity of Regional Non-Governmental and Civil Society Organizations in Afghanistan."
Which U.S. government agency is offering this grant?
This is a U.S. Department of State program (DOS-AFG) released by PAS Kabul.
What is the main purpose of the opportunity?
The purpose is to support the development of civil society in Afghanistan by strengthening the organizational and project-delivery capacity of NGOs and CSOs operating in regions outside of Kabul. The intent is to expand civic engagement and community development at the local level by equipping regional organizations with skills, systems, and knowledge to run effective, transparent, and sustainable programs.
What type of funding instrument will be used?
The award is structured as a cooperative agreement.
What does "cooperative agreement" mean for implementation?
It means the funding agency expects to have an active partnership role during implementation, rather than providing funding with minimal involvement.
Who is the program designed to support?
The program centers on building the capacity of regional Afghan civil society actors, specifically eligible regional NGOs/CSOs that are already engaged in community-oriented work in regions outside Kabul.
Is the opportunity focused on Kabul-based organizations?
No. The focus is on NGOs and CSOs operating in regions outside of Kabul.
What kinds of activities or themes does the solicitation highlight?
The solicitation highlights organizations working on themes such as:
- Equal rights and the empowerment of women
- Community participation in local government
- Volunteerism that benefits local communities
- Youth participation in civic development
- Educational or community support programs for people with disabilities
- Community initiatives that encourage diversity and tolerance
Can proposals include topics not explicitly listed?
Yes. The solicitation leaves room for similar projects that advance civil society development, as long as proposals clearly contribute to local civil society outcomes (for example, related civic engagement or community cohesion topics).
What is the central program approach described in the opportunity?
The opportunity centers on a capacity-building program aimed at identifying, training, and supporting eligible regional NGOs/CSOs that are already engaged in community-oriented work.
Is the goal limited to one-time trainings?
No. The expected impact goes beyond one-time trainings, with an emphasis on stronger institutional performance and longer-term resilience for participating organizations.
What outcomes does the opportunity aim to achieve for participating NGOs/CSOs?
Key outcomes described include:
- Improved organizational management
- Stronger ability to plan and implement community projects
- Better capacity to seek and secure private or international funding
- Improved competence in administering projects and funds in line with transparent international standards
How does the opportunity address sustainability?
Sustainability is a major emphasis. The grant aims to help organizations develop strategies to continue operating and delivering community benefits after the award period ends, rather than remaining dependent on a single donor cycle.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
This is a discretionary funding opportunity under CFDA 19.501.
What is the opportunity number?
The opportunity number is SCAKAB 16 CA 012, also referenced as SCA 05242016.
What is the maximum funding amount available (funding ceiling)?
The funding ceiling is $1,650,000.
How many awards did the agency anticipate making?
The agency anticipated making one award.
What does it mean that only one award is anticipated?
It indicates a single implementer would likely run the capacity-building effort and coordinate training and support across multiple regional partner organizations.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on May 24, 2016.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was July 25, 2016.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," which implies the specific eligible applicant types are defined in the full announcement details. Based on the program description, the focus is on strengthening regional Afghan NGOs/CSOs outside Kabul, but the precise applicant eligibility categories are not specified in the information provided here.
Is this opportunity competitive or discretionary?
It is described as a discretionary funding opportunity.
What is the overall intent at the local level?
The overall intent is to expand civic engagement and community development locally by equipping regional organizations to run effective, transparent, and sustainable programs.
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