Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAKAB 15 CA 013 SCA 06042015
Apply for SCAKAB 15 CA 013 SCA 06042015
- The U.S. Mission to Afghanistan in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Women s Programming in Kabul, Jalalabad, Herat and Mazar e Sharif" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.501 Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 4, 2015 and posted on Jun 4, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 21, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $200,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $200,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligibility is open to all non profit, non governmental organizations. Organizations may sub contract with other entities, but only one, non profit, non governmental entity can be the prime recipient of the award. For profit entitles are not eligible to be the prime recipient of an award under this NOFO. When sub contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. Per Section D, applicants must submit proof of their non profit status with their proposal submission (e.g. proof of 501(c)(3) status, Afghan NGO license). Applications that do not include proof of non profit status will not be considered. Individuals are not eligible for an award under this NOFO. Please refer to Section D for funding restrictions.
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Embassy in Kabul, through its Public Affairs Section (PAS), announced a competitive grant opportunity to fund a single nonprofit partner to design and run programming that advances women and girls in Afghanistan. The focus is on delivering visible, high-impact programs and events in four major population centers: Kabul, Jalalabad, Herat, and Mazar-e Sharif. The award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the project would be carried out in close coordination with the U.S. Embassy rather than as a fully independent grant.
The Embassy is specifically seeking an organization that can operate across all four cities and manage the full program cycle, from design and planning to implementation and reporting. The ideal partner is described as having three main strengths: the operational capacity to organize and execute activities in multiple locations, an established and broad network among Afghan women and civil society organizations, and strong subject-matter knowledge of gender issues in Afghanistan. The overall intent is to support practical, well-organized public diplomacy programming that contributes to the advancement of women and girls in Afghan society.
Funding for the opportunity is capped at an estimated total of $200,000, with awards expected to fall between $150,000 (floor) and $200,000 (ceiling). PAS anticipated making one award. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which means applicants are not required to contribute their own funds as a condition of eligibility.
The initial project period is 12 months, with the possibility of extending the relationship through two additional 12-month option periods. Those option years are not guaranteed and would be exercised only at PAS discretion based on factors such as performance, continued need, and available funding. The funding activity is categorized under public diplomacy, and it is tied to CFDA 19.501, which covers public diplomacy programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit, non-governmental organizations. A nonprofit can subcontract portions of the work to other entities, but only one nonprofit NGO may serve as the prime recipient. For-profit entities cannot be the prime awardee, and individuals are not eligible to apply. Applications must include proof of nonprofit status (for example, U.S. 501(c)(3) documentation or an Afghan NGO license). Proposals submitted without that documentation are explicitly stated as not being considered, which makes the proof-of-status requirement a strict compliance item rather than a suggestion.
Key administrative details include the funding opportunity number (SCAKAB-15-CA-013 / SCA-06042015), a posted date of June 4, 2015, and an application deadline of July 21, 2015, with an archive date of August 20, 2015. The administering agency is listed as the U.S. Mission to Afghanistan. For questions or difficulty accessing the full announcement, the contact listed is Javier Pareja, Grants Manager in the PAS at the U.S. Embassy in Kabul.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a competitive grant opportunity from the U.S. Embassy in Kabul (Public Affairs Section, PAS) to fund one nonprofit partner to design and run programming that advances women and girls in Afghanistan.
What type of award is being offered?
The award is a cooperative agreement. This means the selected organization would carry out the project in close coordination with the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, rather than operating as a fully independent grant recipient.
How many awards does PAS expect to make?
PAS anticipated making one award.
What is the funding amount?
Total funding is capped at an estimated $200,000. Awards are expected to range from $150,000 (floor) to $200,000 (ceiling).
Is there a cost share or match requirement?
No. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, so applicants are not required to contribute their own funds as a condition of eligibility.
What is the project duration?
The initial project period is 12 months.
Are renewals or extensions possible?
Yes. The opportunity includes the possibility of two additional 12-month option periods. These option years are not guaranteed and may be exercised only at PAS discretion based on performance, continued need, and available funding.
What is the geographic focus of the programming?
The programming is intended to deliver visible, high-impact programs and events in four major population centers: Kabul, Jalalabad, Herat, and Mazar-e Sharif.
Does the prime organization need to operate in all four cities?
Yes. The Embassy is specifically seeking an organization that can operate across all four cities and manage the full program cycle.
What does “manage the full program cycle” mean in this announcement?
Based on the announcement, the prime partner is expected to handle design and planning, implementation of activities/events, and reporting.
What kinds of activities does PAS want to support?
The focus is on practical, well-organized public diplomacy programming that contributes to the advancement of women and girls in Afghan society, delivered through visible, high-impact programs and events.
What strengths is PAS looking for in the prime partner?
The ideal partner is described as having: (1) operational capacity to organize and execute activities in multiple locations, (2) an established and broad network among Afghan women and civil society organizations, and (3) strong subject-matter knowledge of gender issues in Afghanistan.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit, non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Individuals are not eligible to apply, and for-profit entities cannot be the prime awardee.
Can a nonprofit use subcontractors or partners?
Yes. A nonprofit can subcontract portions of the work to other entities, but only one nonprofit NGO may serve as the prime recipient.
What proof of nonprofit status is required?
Applications must include proof of nonprofit status, such as U.S. 501(c)(3) documentation or an Afghan NGO license.
Is proof of nonprofit status mandatory for consideration?
Yes. Proposals submitted without the required nonprofit documentation are explicitly stated as not being considered, making this a strict compliance requirement.
What is the funding activity category and CFDA number?
The funding activity is categorized under public diplomacy and is tied to CFDA 19.501 (public diplomacy programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan).
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is listed as SCAKAB-15-CA-013 / SCA-06042015.
When was the opportunity posted and when was it due?
Posted date: June 4, 2015. Application deadline: July 21, 2015.
What is the archive date?
The archive date is August 20, 2015.
Which agency is administering this opportunity?
The administering agency is listed as the U.S. Mission to Afghanistan (U.S. Embassy in Kabul, PAS).
Who can be contacted with questions or if the announcement is difficult to access?
The contact listed is Javier Pareja, Grants Manager in the Public Affairs Section (PAS) at the U.S. Embassy in Kabul.
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