Opportunity Information: Apply for OFDA FY08 005 APS
Apply for OFDA FY08 005 APS
- The Agency for International Development in the disaster prevention and relief sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "USAID/DCHA/OFDA FY 2008 Annual Program Statement (APS) for NGO Security Management Initiatives" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 98.001 USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 22, 2008 and posted on Apr 22, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 18, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $600,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- 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: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The USAID/DCHA/OFDA FY 2008 Annual Program Statement (APS) for NGO Security Management Initiatives is a discretionary grant opportunity issued by the U.S. Agency for International Development, through the Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA), under CFDA 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas). The core purpose of the APS is to strengthen how nongovernmental organizations manage security while delivering humanitarian assistance, based on the idea that effective security management is essential for saving lives and reducing suffering in disaster and crisis environments. OFDA frames the need in practical terms: humanitarian partners cannot consistently reach people in need or sustain operations if they lack the systems, skills, and institutional backing to handle security risks in the places where they work.
For FY 2008, OFDA set out a specific strategy that the selected project is expected to advance. That strategy focuses on increasing NGO awareness of widely accepted security best practices, building organizational capacity to put those practices into day-to-day use, improving institutional support for comprehensive security management, and encouraging appropriate collaboration among humanitarian actors. In other words, the APS is not only about short-term trainings or isolated security purchases; it is geared toward strengthening the broader ecosystem of security management in the NGO community so that organizations can prevent incidents where possible, reduce exposure and vulnerability, and respond more effectively when threats materialize.
OFDA explicitly encourages proposals that are creative, innovative, and "cutting edge," signaling that applicants should go beyond generic or routine approaches and instead offer initiatives that meaningfully move practice forward. While the announcement summary does not list example activities, the intent implies programs that could raise sector-wide understanding of good security practice, develop practical tools or guidance, support organizational systems and policies, strengthen staff competencies, and promote collaboration or shared learning across humanitarian organizations. The activity category is Disaster Prevention and Relief, reinforcing that the goal is to enable safer and more effective humanitarian operations in crisis and disaster settings.
The funding parameters indicate a single expected award with an estimated total funding amount of $600,000, and an award ceiling of $600,000 (with no stated award floor). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which reduces barriers for applicants that may not have significant unrestricted funds to contribute. Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning it is broadly open to any type of entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may appear in the full APS text.
Key dates show the opportunity was posted on April 22, 2008, with an original and current closing date of July 18, 2008, and an archive date of August 17, 2008. The funding opportunity number is OFDA FY08 005 APS. For applicants who had trouble accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact was Robert Miller, Grants Specialist (202 661 9375, RMiller@USAID.Gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is the USAID/DCHA/OFDA FY 2008 Annual Program Statement (APS) for NGO Security Management Initiatives.
Who is issuing this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is issued by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), through the Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA), within USAID's Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA).
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is OFDA FY08 005 APS.
What CFDA program is this associated with?
This APS is under CFDA 98.001, titled "USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas."
What is the main purpose of the APS?
The core purpose is to strengthen how nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) manage security while delivering humanitarian assistance, based on the principle that effective security management is essential for saving lives and reducing suffering in disaster and crisis environments.
Why is USAID/OFDA emphasizing security management for NGOs?
OFDA frames security management as a practical requirement for humanitarian access and continuity of operations. The APS notes that humanitarian partners cannot consistently reach people in need or sustain operations if they lack the systems, skills, and institutional backing to manage security risks in the locations where they work.
What strategy is the selected project expected to advance in FY 2008?
For FY 2008, OFDA expects the selected project to advance a strategy focused on: (1) increasing NGO awareness of widely accepted security best practices, (2) building organizational capacity to put those practices into routine use, (3) improving institutional support for comprehensive security management, and (4) encouraging appropriate collaboration among humanitarian actors.
Is this APS focused on short-term training or one-off security purchases?
No. Based on the description, the APS is geared toward strengthening the broader ecosystem of security management in the NGO community rather than supporting only short-term trainings or isolated security purchases.
What kinds of approaches does OFDA encourage in proposals?
OFDA explicitly encourages proposals that are creative, innovative, and "cutting edge." This suggests applicants should propose initiatives that go beyond generic or routine approaches and that meaningfully advance security management practice for humanitarian organizations.
What types of activities are implied as relevant to this APS?
While the summary does not provide a list of example activities, the intent implies initiatives such as those that raise sector-wide understanding of good security practice, develop practical tools or guidance, support organizational systems and policies, strengthen staff competencies, and promote collaboration or shared learning across humanitarian organizations.
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category is Disaster Prevention and Relief.
How many awards does USAID/OFDA expect to make?
The funding parameters indicate a single expected award.
What is the estimated total funding available?
The estimated total funding amount is $600,000.
What is the maximum award amount (ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $600,000.
Is there a minimum award amount (floor)?
No award floor is stated in the information provided.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning it is broadly open to any type of entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may be included in the full APS text.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 22, 2008.
What is the application closing date?
The original and current closing date is July 18, 2008.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is August 17, 2008.
Who can applicants contact if they have trouble accessing the full announcement?
The listed point of contact is Robert Miller, Grants Specialist. Phone: 202 661 9375. Email: RMiller@USAID.Gov.
Is this a discretionary grant opportunity?
Yes. The APS is described as a discretionary grant opportunity.
What is the underlying problem this APS is trying to address?
The APS is designed to address gaps in systems, skills, and institutional support that NGOs need to manage security risks effectively, which in turn affects their ability to reach people in need and sustain humanitarian operations in disaster and crisis environments.
What outcomes is this APS generally trying to support for NGOs operating in crises?
The description emphasizes preventing incidents where possible, reducing exposure and vulnerability to security threats, and improving the ability to respond effectively when threats materialize.
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