Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 14 041
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 14 041
- 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 "Strengthening Independent Media in Moldova" 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 Apr 22, 2014 and posted on Apr 17, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 30, 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 $394,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announced a discretionary grant opportunity called "Strengthening Independent Media in Moldova" (Funding Opportunity Number DRLAQM-14-041) to support programs that expand Moldovan citizens access to objective, reliable information on domestic and international issues. About $394,000 total was available under this competition, with a required project budget range between $300,000 (award floor) and $394,000 (award ceiling). The central idea is to strengthen independent media outlets so they can grow both print circulation and online reach, while also improving the quality and credibility of the information Moldovans receive.
The program focus is on building stronger connections between journalists and the communities they serve, especially in areas where access to independent information is limited. DRL specifically highlights rural populations and youth as priority audiences, with particular emphasis on Russian-language speakers. Proposals are expected to help independent outlets reach these groups more effectively and to increase engagement around issues that matter to Moldovan society, including national and global social and political developments. A recurring theme in the announcement is not just producing more content, but improving the informational environment by supporting unbiased reporting and creating practical ways for the public to discuss important topics.
DRL lists several example activities that fit the intent of the award. These include support for producing impartial, fact-based media content and improving balanced coverage of democratic development and the EU Association Agreement. The opportunity also emphasizes hands-on capacity building for independent outlets through targeted trainings and consultancy aimed at raising editorial quality, improving distribution strategies, and increasing financial independence and sustainability. Another major component is digital growth: introducing and expanding social media and other web-based tools to help outlets build stronger ties to local communities, increase readership, and develop a more vibrant online presence. The announcement also notes support for local publishers and broadcasters to find creative ways to use web-based media to expand audiences.
Eligibility is open to nonprofit organizations (including both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) entities, as long as they are not institutions of higher education) and to higher education institutions, including private and public/state-controlled institutions. Cost sharing or matching is not required. The funding activity is categorized under human rights and democracy promotion (CFDA 19.345, International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor).
The original and current closing deadline for submissions was May 30, 2014, and the opportunity was later archived on June 29, 2014. Applications had to follow DRLs Proposal Submission Instructions (PSI), updated in November 2012, and submissions by fax, courier, or email were not accepted. DRL also set strict technical eligibility rules: each organization could submit only one proposal; proposals could not combine multiple target countries or themes; and budgets outside the stated floor and ceiling could be considered technically ineligible. The announcement further warns that reviewers will only read up to the stated page limits (and in some cases only the first page of a requested section up to the limit), so applicants were expected to use the permitted space carefully and follow formatting requirements exactly. For technical access issues, the listed support channel was the Grants.gov Contact Center (support@grants.gov, 1-800-518-4726).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Strengthening Independent Media in Moldova (DRLAQM-14-041)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Strengthening Independent Media in Moldova."
What agency is offering the funding?
The funding was offered by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRLAQM-14-041.
What is the main purpose of the grant?
The grant is intended to support programs that expand Moldovan citizens access to objective, reliable information on domestic and international issues by strengthening independent media outlets. The central idea is to help outlets grow print circulation and online reach while improving the quality and credibility of the information the public receives.
How much total funding was available under this competition?
Approximately $394,000 total was available.
What is the required project budget range?
Applicants were required to propose a total project budget between $300,000 (award floor) and $394,000 (award ceiling).
Are budgets outside the stated range allowed?
No. The announcement notes that budgets outside the stated floor and ceiling could be considered technically ineligible.
What kinds of outcomes is DRL trying to achieve?
DRL is looking for programs that strengthen independent outlets and improve the informational environment in Moldova, including stronger ties between journalists and communities, better public engagement on important topics, and more unbiased, credible reporting.
Who are the priority audiences for proposed activities?
DRL highlights rural populations and youth as priority audiences, with particular emphasis on Russian-language speakers.
What geographic focus is required?
Proposals were required to focus on Moldova. The opportunity specifies that proposals could not combine multiple target countries or themes.
What types of activities does DRL indicate are a good fit?
Examples listed in the announcement include: producing impartial, fact-based media content; improving balanced coverage of democratic development and the EU Association Agreement; providing targeted trainings and consultancy to raise editorial quality; improving distribution strategies; building financial independence and sustainability; and expanding social media and other web-based tools to increase readership and strengthen community ties.
Is the program focused only on producing more media content?
No. A recurring theme is not simply producing more content, but improving the informational environment by supporting unbiased reporting and creating practical ways for the public to discuss important topics.
Does the opportunity support digital and social media growth?
Yes. A major component is digital growth, including introducing and expanding social media and other web-based tools to help outlets build stronger ties to local communities, increase readership, and develop a stronger online presence.
Does the opportunity include support for business sustainability of independent outlets?
Yes. DRL emphasizes capacity building through trainings and consultancy aimed at improving financial independence and sustainability, alongside improvements in editorial quality and distribution.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is open to nonprofit organizations (including both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) entities, as long as they are not institutions of higher education) and to higher education institutions (including private and public/state-controlled institutions).
Are institutions of higher education eligible?
Yes. Higher education institutions are eligible, including private and public/state-controlled institutions. Separately, nonprofit organizations are eligible as long as they are not institutions of higher education.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. Cost sharing or matching is not required.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 19.345, International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
What is the funding category or program area?
The funding activity is categorized under human rights and democracy promotion.
How many proposals could an organization submit?
DRL set a strict technical eligibility rule that each organization could submit only one proposal.
Could a proposal cover multiple countries or multiple themes?
No. Proposals could not combine multiple target countries or themes.
What was the application deadline?
The original and current closing deadline for submissions was May 30, 2014.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was archived on June 29, 2014.
What application instructions applied to submissions?
Applications had to follow DRLs Proposal Submission Instructions (PSI), updated in November 2012.
Were submissions accepted by email, fax, or courier?
No. The announcement states that submissions by fax, courier, or email were not accepted.
What does DRL say about page limits and formatting?
DRL warns that reviewers will only read up to the stated page limits (and in some cases only the first page of a requested section up to the limit). Applicants were expected to use the permitted space carefully and follow formatting requirements exactly.
Where could applicants get help with technical access issues?
For technical access issues, the listed support channel was the Grants.gov Contact Center at support@grants.gov or 1-800-518-4726.
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