Opportunity Information: Apply for DOS NGA PAS FY16 01
Apply for DOS NGA PAS FY16 01
- The DOS-NGA in the arts (see cultural affairs in cfda), community development, education, employment, labor and training, environment, humanities (see cultural affairs in cfda) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "U.S. Embassy Abuja Annual Program Statement" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 24, 2016 and posted on Mar 24, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 31, 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 $100,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, 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, Private institutions of higher education, Individuals.
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Embassy Abuja Annual Program Statement (Funding Opportunity Number: DOS NGA PAS FY16 01) is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Embassy Abuja Public Affairs Section (PAS). It falls under the Public Diplomacy Grants Program and is designed to fund projects in Nigeria that strengthen democratic governance, deepen constructive U.S.-Nigeria ties, improve community stability, and expand access to quality English language learning. The grant is structured to support practical, outcomes-oriented initiatives that align with U.S. public diplomacy goals and that can demonstrate clear public benefit.
The program prioritizes four main project themes. First, it supports efforts to advance good governance in Nigeria, especially initiatives that promote transparency and accountability in government, strengthen the rule of law, and expand meaningful civic participation. In practice, this could include civic engagement programs, citizen oversight and accountability initiatives, community-based governance projects, or activities that encourage responsible participation in democratic processes. Second, the program seeks to increase public support for U.S.-Nigerian cooperation in areas such as business, entrepreneurship, science, and technology, with an emphasis on sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction. Projects under this theme may focus on entrepreneurship development, innovation and STEM engagement, business skills training, or public-facing programs that highlight and build support for mutually beneficial economic collaboration.
Third, the grants program funds work that supports peace and security, with particular attention to civic education, countering violent extremism (CVE) programming, and peace and reconciliation projects. This priority area is aimed at strengthening social cohesion, reducing drivers of conflict, and equipping communities with tools to prevent violence and resolve disputes. Initiatives may include intercommunity dialogue, youth-focused peacebuilding, civic awareness campaigns that reinforce non-violent participation, and locally grounded reconciliation efforts. Fourth, the program supports improving and expanding English language learning, including curriculum development, teacher training, and partnerships with U.S. educational institutions. This can include professional development for educators, modernized instructional materials, capacity-building for language programs, and collaborative exchanges or institutional linkages that improve teaching and learning outcomes.
From an administrative standpoint, the award instrument is a grant, and the opportunity is categorized across several funding activity areas, including arts and cultural affairs, community development, education, employment and workforce training, environment, and humanities (CFDA 19.040). Eligible applicants are broad and include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations (both with and without IRS 501(c)(3) status), and individuals. The listed award ceiling is $100,000, indicating that proposed budgets are expected to fit within that maximum amount.
Key dates provided in the notice show the opportunity was created and posted on March 24, 2016, with an application deadline of July 31, 2016 (both the original and current closing date are the same). The agency associated with the listing is DOS-NGA. Overall, this funding opportunity is geared toward applicants that can deliver credible, well-structured public diplomacy programming in Nigeria within one or more of the four priority areas, with clear plans for implementation and measurable public impact.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the U.S. Embassy Abuja Annual Program Statement?
The U.S. Embassy Abuja Annual Program Statement is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Embassy Abuja Public Affairs Section (PAS). It is part of the Public Diplomacy Grants Program and supports projects in Nigeria that advance U.S. public diplomacy goals and demonstrate clear public benefit.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DOS NGA PAS FY16 01.
Which agency administers this opportunity?
This opportunity is administered by the U.S. Department of State via the U.S. Embassy Abuja Public Affairs Section (PAS). The agency associated with the listing is DOS-NGA.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The award instrument for this opportunity is a grant.
What is the purpose of this grants program?
The program is designed to fund practical, outcomes-oriented initiatives in Nigeria that strengthen democratic governance, deepen constructive U.S.-Nigeria ties, improve community stability, and expand access to quality English language learning, while aligning with U.S. public diplomacy objectives.
Where must projects take place?
Projects supported under this opportunity are intended to take place in Nigeria.
What are the main program themes or priority areas?
The program prioritizes four main themes: (1) advancing good governance, (2) increasing public support for U.S.-Nigerian cooperation in business/entrepreneurship/science/technology, (3) supporting peace and security including civic education and countering violent extremism (CVE), and (4) improving and expanding English language learning.
What kinds of projects are included under the good governance theme?
Good governance projects may include initiatives that promote transparency and accountability, strengthen the rule of law, and expand meaningful civic participation. Examples mentioned include civic engagement programs, citizen oversight and accountability initiatives, community-based governance projects, and activities encouraging responsible participation in democratic processes.
What kinds of projects are included under the U.S.-Nigeria cooperation and economic growth theme?
Projects may focus on building public support for U.S.-Nigerian cooperation in areas such as business, entrepreneurship, science, and technology, with an emphasis on sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction. Examples mentioned include entrepreneurship development, innovation and STEM engagement, business skills training, and public-facing programs that highlight mutually beneficial economic collaboration.
What kinds of projects are included under the peace and security theme?
This theme funds work supporting peace and security, with attention to civic education, countering violent extremism (CVE) programming, and peace and reconciliation projects. Examples mentioned include intercommunity dialogue, youth-focused peacebuilding, civic awareness campaigns reinforcing non-violent participation, and locally grounded reconciliation efforts.
What kinds of projects are included under the English language learning theme?
English language learning projects may include curriculum development, teacher training, and partnerships with U.S. educational institutions. Examples mentioned include professional development for educators, modernized instructional materials, capacity-building for language programs, and collaborative exchanges or institutional linkages that improve teaching and learning outcomes.
Does the program require projects to be outcomes-oriented?
Yes. The opportunity emphasizes practical, outcomes-oriented initiatives with clear implementation plans and measurable public impact.
What does the program mean by "public diplomacy goals"?
Based on the description provided, the program supports activities that strengthen democratic governance, deepen constructive U.S.-Nigeria ties, improve community stability, and expand access to quality English language learning, while producing a clear public benefit.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations (with or without IRS 501(c)(3) status), and individuals.
Are nonprofit organizations without IRS 501(c)(3) status eligible?
Yes. The eligibility list includes nonprofit organizations with or without IRS 501(c)(3) status.
Are individuals eligible to apply?
Yes. Individuals are included in the list of eligible applicants.
Is the grant limited to universities and colleges?
No. While both public/state-controlled and private institutions of higher education are eligible, eligibility also includes nonprofits and individuals.
What is the maximum award amount?
The listed award ceiling is $100,000, meaning proposed budgets are expected to fit within that maximum amount.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 19.040.
What funding activity areas does this opportunity cover?
The opportunity is categorized across several funding activity areas, including arts and cultural affairs, community development, education, employment and workforce training, environment, and humanities.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was created and posted on March 24, 2016.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is July 31, 2016. The notice states that the original and current closing dates are the same.
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