Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 16 057
Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 16 057
- The DOS-DRL in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Support for Civil Society and Human Rights in Azerbaijan" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.345.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 22, 2016 and posted on Feb 22, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 07, 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 $600,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DOS-DRL) announced a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Support for Civil Society and Human Rights in Azerbaijan" under Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 16 057 (CFDA 19.345). The opportunity was posted on February 22, 2016, and had an application deadline of April 7, 2016. It is structured as a grant (not a contract), and it falls under an "Other" funding activity category, with the specific program purpose indicated in the full announcement attachment rather than in the brief public synopsis.
This competition anticipated making a single award, with a maximum (ceiling) of $600,000. In practical terms, that means applicants were expected to propose one comprehensive project rather than multiple smaller awards being distributed across several organizations. The focus, as reflected in the title, is on strengthening civil society and advancing human rights in Azerbaijan, which typically includes work such as supporting independent civil society organizations, protecting civic space, strengthening human rights advocacy and documentation, and improving the capacity of non-governmental actors to respond to rights-related challenges. Because the public listing directs readers to an attachment for the full description, the detailed program priorities, required activities, geographic scope within the country, and any special thematic or compliance requirements would be set out in that attached notice rather than in the summary fields shown here.
Eligibility was limited to nonprofit organizations, including both U.S. nonprofits with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (also excluding institutions of higher education). That eligibility framing generally indicates the program is aimed at civil society implementers rather than universities, and it can include a range of nonprofit structures depending on where the organization is registered and how it is constituted. The awarding agency is DOS-DRL, which commonly funds programs designed to promote democracy, protect fundamental freedoms, support human rights defenders, strengthen rule of law, expand civic participation, and improve accountability and rights protections, often through capacity building, legal and advocacy support, and partnership-building among local and international civil society actors.
Key administrative details are straightforward: the opportunity category is discretionary; the original and current closing dates are the same (April 7, 2016), suggesting no deadline extension was recorded in the synopsis; and only one award was expected, with the award ceiling set at $600,000. The synopsis does not include additional narrative beyond "Please see attached," so any specifics such as target beneficiaries, required monitoring and evaluation elements, security or digital safety considerations, restrictions related to local operating conditions, or reporting expectations would need to be taken from the attached full announcement associated with the posting.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Support for Civil Society and Human Rights in Azerbaijan."
Which U.S. government office is offering this funding?
The awarding agency is the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DOS-DRL).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRLA DRLAQM 16 057.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 19.345.
Is this opportunity a grant or a contract?
This opportunity is structured as a grant, not a contract.
Is this a discretionary funding opportunity?
Yes. The opportunity category is listed as discretionary.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on February 22, 2016.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was April 7, 2016.
Was the deadline extended?
The synopsis shows the original closing date and the current closing date as the same (April 7, 2016), which suggests no extension was recorded in the public listing.
How many awards were expected to be made under this competition?
This competition anticipated making a single award.
What is the maximum award amount (ceiling)?
The maximum award ceiling listed for this competition is $600,000.
Does the "single award" structure mean applicants should propose one consolidated project?
Yes. Because a single award was anticipated, applicants were generally expected to propose one comprehensive project rather than assuming multiple smaller awards would be distributed across several organizations.
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other."
What is the overall focus of the program based on the synopsis?
Based on the title and summary, the focus is on strengthening civil society and advancing human rights in Azerbaijan.
What types of activities are implied by the opportunity title and synopsis?
The synopsis suggests work that typically includes supporting independent civil society organizations, protecting civic space, strengthening human rights advocacy and documentation, and improving the capacity of non-governmental actors to respond to rights-related challenges.
Where can applicants find the detailed program purpose and priorities?
The public synopsis indicates "Please see attached." The detailed program purpose, priorities, required activities, geographic scope within Azerbaijan, and any special requirements are indicated in the full announcement attachment rather than in the brief synopsis fields.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to nonprofit organizations, including (1) U.S. nonprofits with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) and (2) nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (also excluding institutions of higher education).
Are institutions of higher education eligible?
No. Institutions of higher education are explicitly excluded under the eligibility statements provided.
Can nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status apply?
Yes. The eligibility language includes nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, while still excluding institutions of higher education.
Does the synopsis specify whether the applicant must be a U.S.-based organization?
The synopsis states eligibility includes U.S. nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status. It does not provide additional clarifying detail in the synopsis fields beyond those categories.
Does the synopsis specify exact program priorities or required components (for example, M&E, reporting, or security measures)?
No. The synopsis does not list those specifics and instead directs readers to the attached full announcement for detailed requirements (which may include items like monitoring and evaluation, reporting expectations, or other compliance considerations).
Does the synopsis indicate any sub-national geographic focus within Azerbaijan?
No. Any geographic scope details within the country would be described in the attached full announcement rather than in the synopsis shown here.
Is the grant designed for civil society implementers rather than universities?
Yes. The eligibility framing (nonprofits only, excluding institutions of higher education) indicates the opportunity is aimed at civil society implementers rather than universities.
Does the synopsis describe target beneficiaries?
No. The synopsis does not provide target beneficiary detail and refers readers to the attachment for the full description.
What should applicants do if they need information not shown in the synopsis?
They should consult the attached full announcement associated with the posting, since the synopsis indicates the substantive description and requirements are provided there.
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