The U.S. Embassy in Kabul, through its Public Affairs Section, is offering a grant to support Programming for Women’s Dormitories at Herat University. This 24-month project aims to enhance the English language and computer skills of 400 Afghan women residing in the dormitory. By providing supplementary training, the initiative seeks to utilize women’s leisure time effectively, enhance self-confidence, and improve academic performance. The grant opportunity includes an option for an additional 12-month period for sustained impact. Deadline for submissions is May 28, 2015.
Opportunity ID: 275855
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAKAB-15-CA-006-SCA-04132015 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Programming for Women’s Dormitory at Herat University |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | CategoryExplanation |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 13, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 18, 2015 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2015 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 27, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $430,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $430,000 |
| Award Floor: | $370,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | 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. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Afghanistan |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan is pleased to announce an open competition for assistance awards for Programming for Women’s Dormitories at Herat University. PAS intends to issue an award for a period of 24 months (base period) with an option for an additional 12 month period (option year one). Providing essential supplementary training at the dormitory will make good use of the women’s ample leisure time, boost their self-confidence and self-efficacy, and help improve academic performance. This project will improve the English language and computer skills of 400 Afghan women. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Javier Pareja, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan
Email:KabulPASProposals@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The award ceiling was corrected. | May 18, 2015 | |
| May 18, 2015 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAKAB-15-CA-006-SCA-04132015 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Programming for Women’s Dormitory at Herat University |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | CategoryExplanation |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 13, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 18, 2015 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2015 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 27, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $430,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $430,000 |
| Award Floor: | $370,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | 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. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Afghanistan |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan is pleased to announce an open competition for assistance awards for Programming for Women’s Dormitories at Herat University. PAS intends to issue an award for a period of 24 months (base period) with an option for an additional 12 month period (option year one). Providing essential supplementary training at the dormitory will make good use of the women’s ample leisure time, boost their self-confidence and self-efficacy, and help improve academic performance. This project will improve the English language and computer skills of 400 Afghan women. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Javier Pareja, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan
Email:KabulPASProposals@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAKAB-15-CA-006-SCA-04132015 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Programming for Women’s Dormitory at Herat University |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 18, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 28, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 27, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $430,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $370,000 |
| Award Floor: | $370,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | 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. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Afghanistan |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan is pleased to announce an open competition for assistance awards for Programming for Women’s Dormitories at Herat University. PAS intends to issue an award for a period of 24 months (base period) with an option for an additional 12 month period (option year one). Providing essential supplementary training at the dormitory will make good use of the women’s ample leisure time, boost their self-confidence and self-efficacy, and help improve academic performance. This project will improve the English language and computer skills of 400 Afghan women. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Javier Pareja, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan
Email:KabulPASProposals@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 275855 Full Announcement-1 -> 006 herat u educational programming nofo posted.pdf
Folder 275855 Other Supporting Documents-Questions and Answers 1 -> nofo 006 programing at herat university questions and answers.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Javier Pareja, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan Email: KabulPASProposals@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.501 | 15-CA-006 | Herat Women’s Dorm Programming | PKG00216139 | Apr 13, 2015 | May 28, 2015 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
275855 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
275855 Budget-1.1.pdf
275855 Project-1.1.pdf
275855 SF424A-1.0.pdf
275855 SF424B-1.1.pdf
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