Opportunity Information: Apply for 492 APS 10 001
Apply for 492 APS 10 001
- The Philippines USAID Manila in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "USAID/PHILIPPINES Annual Program Statement for Expanding Participation of Persons with Disability in Development Programming" 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 Nov 10, 2009 and posted on Nov 10, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 30, 2010 Applications may be submitted at any time before July 30, 2010, however those submitted by February 10, 2010 will be considered for an initial round of funding. The second round due date will be May 10, 2010, with a final due date of July 30, 2010. Applications will be reviewed by a Technical Evaluation Committee with successful concepts funded upon the availability of resources.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $2,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $300,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- USAID/Philippines is seeking innovative applications from qualified non governmental organizations capable of providing assistance to promote the inclusion of PWDs in development cooperation, to find solutions to break down existing as well as potential barriers and to ensure full inclusion of people with disabilities in USAID activities and programs.
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Opportunity Summary:
The USAID/Philippines Annual Program Statement (APS), Funding Opportunity Number 492 APS 10 001, is a discretionary funding opportunity released by USAID Manila to push disability inclusion more intentionally and consistently across USAID-supported development work in the Philippines. The central aim is to fund projects that increase the participation of persons with disabilities (PWDs) within USAID/Philippines programs and strategies, either by adapting existing sector programs so they are more accessible and inclusive, or by running targeted activities that remove barriers and build the capacity needed for long-term inclusion. While the APS is issued by USAID/Philippines, concept papers submitted under it compete on a global basis for a limited pool of Economic Support Fund (ESF) resources.
Funding for this APS is drawn from approximately USD 2,000,000 worldwide in FY 2009 ESF funds, meaning the total amount available is shared across submissions and locations, not reserved solely for the Philippines. Individual awards are expected to range from USD 20,000 (award floor) up to USD 300,000 (award ceiling). The APS states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which lowers the barrier to participation for organizations that may not have access to significant co-financing.
USAID is looking for proposals that make development programming more inclusive in practical, measurable ways. The APS highlights that relevant work could include modifying or strengthening ongoing efforts in key sectors such as education, health, government, civil society building, rule of law, HIV/AIDS, and employment. In other words, applicants are encouraged to look at mainstream development areas where PWDs are often unintentionally excluded and propose changes that improve access, participation, and outcomes. Alongside sector-based adaptations, the APS also welcomes concept papers focused on enabling conditions for inclusion, such as capacity building programs for Disabled Peoples Organizations (DPOs), disability awareness and sensitization activities, disability assessments, and technical assistance to help develop disability strategic plans that guide organizations and programs toward more systematic inclusion.
Eligibility is aimed primarily at qualified non-governmental organizations, with an emphasis on applicants that can demonstrate the capability to provide assistance that promotes inclusion, identifies and addresses existing or potential barriers, and ensures PWDs can fully participate in USAID activities and programs. The APS language signals interest in innovative, solutions-oriented approaches, including collaboration with DPOs to improve understanding of disability issues and to ensure that interventions reflect lived experience and real access constraints.
The application process is structured around rolling submissions up to a final deadline, with multiple review points. Applications could be submitted at any time before July 30, 2010, but those submitted by February 10, 2010 were considered for an initial round of funding. A second round due date was set for May 10, 2010, with a final due date of July 30, 2010. Proposals were to be reviewed by a Technical Evaluation Committee, and funding decisions depended on both technical merit and the availability of resources. The opportunity was originally posted and created on November 10, 2009, with an archive date of August 29, 2010. The CFDA listing associated with the opportunity is 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas), and the funding instrument type is listed as "Other."
For applicants needing assistance accessing the full announcement, the listed point of contact is Lucillyn Susi, Acquisition and Assistance Specialist at USAID (phone: 632-552-9926; email: LSusi@usaid.gov).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What is this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is the USAID/Philippines Annual Program Statement (APS), Funding Opportunity Number 492 APS 10 001. It is a discretionary funding opportunity released by USAID Manila focused on increasing disability inclusion across USAID-supported development work in the Philippines.
2) What is the main goal of the APS?
The central aim is to fund projects that increase the participation of persons with disabilities (PWDs) within USAID/Philippines programs and strategies. This can be done by adapting existing sector programs to be more accessible and inclusive, or by implementing targeted activities that remove barriers and build long-term capacity for inclusion.
3) Is this funding only for activities in the Philippines?
The APS is issued by USAID/Philippines, but concept papers submitted under it compete on a global basis for a limited pool of Economic Support Fund (ESF) resources. The total funding available is not reserved solely for the Philippines.
4) What is the source of funding for this APS?
Funding is drawn from approximately USD 2,000,000 worldwide in FY 2009 Economic Support Fund (ESF) resources.
5) How much funding is available per award?
Individual awards are expected to range from USD 20,000 (award floor) to USD 300,000 (award ceiling).
6) Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
No. The APS states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
7) What kinds of projects is USAID looking to fund?
USAID is looking for proposals that make development programming more inclusive in practical, measurable ways, with a focus on improving access, participation, and outcomes for PWDs within USAID-supported development efforts.
8) Can applicants propose modifications to existing programs rather than creating a new project?
Yes. The APS explicitly supports adapting or strengthening existing sector programs so they are more accessible and inclusive for PWDs.
9) What sectors or program areas are mentioned as relevant?
The APS highlights work that modifies or strengthens ongoing efforts in sectors such as education, health, government, civil society building, rule of law, HIV/AIDS, and employment.
10) Are targeted disability-specific activities allowed?
Yes. In addition to sector-based adaptations, the APS welcomes concept papers for targeted activities that remove barriers and build capacity needed for long-term inclusion.
11) What are examples of “enabling conditions†activities mentioned in the APS?
The APS cites examples such as capacity building programs for Disabled Peoples Organizations (DPOs), disability awareness and sensitization activities, disability assessments, and technical assistance to develop disability strategic plans to support systematic inclusion.
12) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is aimed primarily at qualified non-governmental organizations (NGOs), particularly those able to demonstrate capability to promote inclusion, identify and address barriers, and ensure PWDs can fully participate in USAID activities and programs.
13) Does the APS encourage collaboration with Disabled Peoples Organizations (DPOs)?
Yes. The APS signals interest in collaboration with DPOs to improve understanding of disability issues and ensure interventions reflect lived experience and real access constraints.
14) Does USAID emphasize innovation in proposed approaches?
Yes. The APS language indicates interest in innovative, solutions-oriented approaches to disability inclusion.
15) How are applications submitted and reviewed?
The process is structured around rolling submissions up to a final deadline, with multiple review points. Proposals are reviewed by a Technical Evaluation Committee, and funding decisions depend on technical merit and the availability of resources.
16) What were the submission deadlines or review rounds listed?
Applications could be submitted any time before July 30, 2010. Submissions by February 10, 2010 were considered for an initial round of funding. A second round due date was May 10, 2010, with a final due date of July 30, 2010.
17) What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is 492 APS 10 001.
18) What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA listing associated with the opportunity is 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas).
19) What is the funding instrument type?
The funding instrument type is listed as “Other.â€
20) When was the opportunity posted and when was it archived?
The opportunity was posted/created on November 10, 2009, and the archive date is August 29, 2010.
21) Who can applicants contact for help accessing the full announcement?
The listed point of contact is Lucillyn Susi, Acquisition and Assistance Specialist at USAID.
22) What are the contact details for the listed point of contact?
Phone: 632-552-9926. Email: LSusi@usaid.gov.
23) Does funding depend only on proposal quality?
No. The APS notes that funding decisions depend on both technical merit and the availability of resources.
24) Why does the APS mention global competition?
Because the ESF funding pool (approximately USD 2,000,000 worldwide) is shared across submissions and locations, concept papers under this APS compete globally for a limited pool of resources.
25) What does “disability inclusion†mean in the context of this APS?
Based on the APS description, disability inclusion means ensuring PWDs can access and participate in USAID-supported development programming, removing barriers that cause unintentional exclusion, and building the capacity and systems needed for long-term, systematic inclusion.
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