The Consulate General of the United States in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, is offering a grant to organizations to design and implement a year-long series of extra-curricular activities aimed at encouraging girls aged 12-16 in Ciudad Juarez and/or Chihuahua City to pursue higher education and careers in STEM fields. The program should include two-day intensive science camps with hands-on activities led by female STEM professionals. Proposals will be evaluated based on quality, capacity, sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and more. Deadline for submissions is August 18, 2015.
Opportunity ID: 277473
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-MEX-PD-CJ-2015-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Promoting Gender Equality through STEM Higher Education and Careers |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education Humanities Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 25, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 11, 2015 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2015 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 18, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 01, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $35,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $35,000 |
| Award Floor: | $15,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by any not for profit local entity that: (a) is organized under the laws of Mexico, (b) has its principal place of business or operations in Mexico, (c) is majority beneficially owned by individuals who are citizens or lawful permanent and residents of Mexico, and (d) is managed by a governing body the majority of which are citizens or lawful permanent residents of Mexico. For purposes of this section, “majority owned” and “managed by” include, without limitation, beneficiary interests and the power, either directly or indirectly, whether exercised or exercisable, to control the election, appointment, or tenure of the organization’s managers or a majority of the organization’s governing body by any means.While the prime applicant must be a Mexican organization that meets the criteria listed above, organizations may submit applications individually or in partnership with other international or local organizations. Partnerships with governmental organizations may also be considered where a sub-national or national governmental organization may contribute expertise, staff or resources to achieving a program objective; however, the prime applicant must meet the eligibility criteria outlined above. Partnerships do not require cost sharing or leverage, but cost sharing is strongly encouraged and will be considered as a factor in cost effectiveness.If the organization is a private nonprofit which has not received a grant or cooperative agreement from the U.S. Embassy in the past three years, or if your organization received non-profit status from the Mexican Government within the past four years, you must submit the necessary documentation to verify non-profit status. Failure to do so will cause your proposal to be declared technically ineligible.Cost Sharing or Matching Cost sharing is not required. However, cost-sharing is encouraged. PAS also encourages projects that use highly skilled volunteers or other in-kind contributions as an element of cost-sharing. Applications should explain clearly other sources of funding and how the volunteers will be used.Other Eligibility Requirements Applicants are only allowed to submit one proposal per organization. If more than one proposal is submitted from an organization, all proposals from that institution will be considered ineligible for funding. Previous federal award recipients who are not in compliance with the terms of their financial and program reporting requirements are ineligible to apply.It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure they are in compliance with all applicable terms, conditions, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance and requirements at the time of application and during the program period, if awarded funding. Those organizations found to be in non-compliance with grant terms and conditions or OMB guidance may be found ineligible for funding or designated high risk by the grants officer if selected for funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Mexico |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the Consulate General of the United States, Ciudad Juarez, Mexico is pleased to announce an open competition for an assistance award through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). PAS Ciudad Juarez invites all eligible organizations to submit a proposal for a grant to design and implement a year-long series of extra-curricular activities focused on encouraging girls 12-16 in Ciudad Juarez and/or Chihuahua City to pursue higher education and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.The applicant will be expected to design a program that will expose girls to a range of STEM subjects and career fields and to encourage them to pursue higher education. The program must include two two-day intensive science camps with hands-on activities and mentoring conducted by female instructors working in STEM fields. The program to be proposed by the successful applicant should be no fewer than eleven months and include a culminating public presentation by the participants to demonstrate what they have learned.If you require special accommodation to access any information contained in this announcement, please contact CDJ_Grants@state.gov Please follow all instructions below carefully.IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION PACKAGE, USE THE FILES IN RELATED DOCUMENTS. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or failure to furnish or comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible.Content and Form of Application SubmissionPlease ensure:1. The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity.2. All documents are in English.3. All budgets are in U.S. dollars.4. All pages are numbered.5. All documents are formatted to 8 ½ x 11 paper, and6. All Microsoft Word documents are single-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, with a minimum of 1-inch margins.When submitting a proposal, applicants are required to include the following documents and information, as applicable.Section 1 – Organization InformationSection 2 – Technical ProposalSection 3 – BudgetSection 4 – Key personnel and partnersSection 5 – SF 424 Grant request formCriteriaEach application submitted under this opportunity will be evaluated and rated on the basis of the criteria detailed below. 1- Quality of the program2- Ability to achieve objectives3- Institutional capacity4- Sustainability5- Cost effectivenes6- Budget and narrative justification7- Monitoring and evaluation |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Affairs Section
Oficina de Prensa y Cultura Consulado General de Estados Unidos Cd. Juarez, Mexico Email:CDJ_Grants@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Change in closing date | Aug 11, 2015 | |
| IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION PACKAGE, USE THE FILES IN RELATED DOCUMENTS. | Aug 11, 2015 | |
| PAS Ciudad Juarez invites all eligible organizations to submit a proposal for a grant to design and implement a year-long series of extra-curricular activities focused on encouraging girls 12-16 in Ciudad Juarez and/or Chihuahua City to pursue higher education and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. | Jun 26, 2015 | |
| Added: PLEASE READ THE FULL APPLICATION PACKAGE FIRST | Jun 26, 2015 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-MEX-PD-CJ-2015-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Promoting Gender Equality through STEM Higher Education and Careers |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education Humanities Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 25, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 11, 2015 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2015 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 18, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 01, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $35,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $35,000 |
| Award Floor: | $15,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by any not for profit local entity that: (a) is organized under the laws of Mexico, (b) has its principal place of business or operations in Mexico, (c) is majority beneficially owned by individuals who are citizens or lawful permanent and residents of Mexico, and (d) is managed by a governing body the majority of which are citizens or lawful permanent residents of Mexico. For purposes of this section, “majority owned” and “managed by” include, without limitation, beneficiary interests and the power, either directly or indirectly, whether exercised or exercisable, to control the election, appointment, or tenure of the organization’s managers or a majority of the organization’s governing body by any means.While the prime applicant must be a Mexican organization that meets the criteria listed above, organizations may submit applications individually or in partnership with other international or local organizations. Partnerships with governmental organizations may also be considered where a sub-national or national governmental organization may contribute expertise, staff or resources to achieving a program objective; however, the prime applicant must meet the eligibility criteria outlined above. Partnerships do not require cost sharing or leverage, but cost sharing is strongly encouraged and will be considered as a factor in cost effectiveness.If the organization is a private nonprofit which has not received a grant or cooperative agreement from the U.S. Embassy in the past three years, or if your organization received non-profit status from the Mexican Government within the past four years, you must submit the necessary documentation to verify non-profit status. Failure to do so will cause your proposal to be declared technically ineligible.Cost Sharing or Matching Cost sharing is not required. However, cost-sharing is encouraged. PAS also encourages projects that use highly skilled volunteers or other in-kind contributions as an element of cost-sharing. Applications should explain clearly other sources of funding and how the volunteers will be used.Other Eligibility Requirements Applicants are only allowed to submit one proposal per organization. If more than one proposal is submitted from an organization, all proposals from that institution will be considered ineligible for funding. Previous federal award recipients who are not in compliance with the terms of their financial and program reporting requirements are ineligible to apply.It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure they are in compliance with all applicable terms, conditions, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance and requirements at the time of application and during the program period, if awarded funding. Those organizations found to be in non-compliance with grant terms and conditions or OMB guidance may be found ineligible for funding or designated high risk by the grants officer if selected for funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Mexico |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the Consulate General of the United States, Ciudad Juarez, Mexico is pleased to announce an open competition for an assistance award through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). PAS Ciudad Juarez invites all eligible organizations to submit a proposal for a grant to design and implement a year-long series of extra-curricular activities focused on encouraging girls 12-16 in Ciudad Juarez and/or Chihuahua City to pursue higher education and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.The applicant will be expected to design a program that will expose girls to a range of STEM subjects and career fields and to encourage them to pursue higher education. The program must include two two-day intensive science camps with hands-on activities and mentoring conducted by female instructors working in STEM fields. The program to be proposed by the successful applicant should be no fewer than eleven months and include a culminating public presentation by the participants to demonstrate what they have learned.If you require special accommodation to access any information contained in this announcement, please contact CDJ_Grants@state.gov Please follow all instructions below carefully.IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION PACKAGE, USE THE FILES IN RELATED DOCUMENTS. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or failure to furnish or comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible.Content and Form of Application SubmissionPlease ensure:1. The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity.2. All documents are in English.3. All budgets are in U.S. dollars.4. All pages are numbered.5. All documents are formatted to 8 ½ x 11 paper, and6. All Microsoft Word documents are single-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, with a minimum of 1-inch margins.When submitting a proposal, applicants are required to include the following documents and information, as applicable.Section 1 – Organization InformationSection 2 – Technical ProposalSection 3 – BudgetSection 4 – Key personnel and partnersSection 5 – SF 424 Grant request formCriteriaEach application submitted under this opportunity will be evaluated and rated on the basis of the criteria detailed below. 1- Quality of the program2- Ability to achieve objectives3- Institutional capacity4- Sustainability5- Cost effectivenes6- Budget and narrative justification7- Monitoring and evaluation |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Affairs Section
Oficina de Prensa y Cultura Consulado General de Estados Unidos Cd. Juarez, Mexico Email:CDJ_Grants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-MEX-PD-CJ-2015-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Promoting Gender Equality through STEM Higher Education and Careers |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education Humanities Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 11, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 01, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $35,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $35,000 |
| Award Floor: | $15,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by any not for profit local entity that: (a) is organized under the laws of Mexico, (b) has its principal place of business or operations in Mexico, (c) is majority beneficially owned by individuals who are citizens or lawful permanent and residents of Mexico, and (d) is managed by a governing body the majority of which are citizens or lawful permanent residents of Mexico. For purposes of this section, “majority owned” and “managed by” include, without limitation, beneficiary interests and the power, either directly or indirectly, whether exercised or exercisable, to control the election, appointment, or tenure of the organization’s managers or a majority of the organization’s governing body by any means.While the prime applicant must be a Mexican organization that meets the criteria listed above, organizations may submit applications individually or in partnership with other international or local organizations. Partnerships with governmental organizations may also be considered where a sub-national or national governmental organization may contribute expertise, staff or resources to achieving a program objective; however, the prime applicant must meet the eligibility criteria outlined above. Partnerships do not require cost sharing or leverage, but cost sharing is strongly encouraged and will be considered as a factor in cost effectiveness.If the organization is a private nonprofit which has not received a grant or cooperative agreement from the U.S. Embassy in the past three years, or if your organization received non-profit status from the Mexican Government within the past four years, you must submit the necessary documentation to verify non-profit status. Failure to do so will cause your proposal to be declared technically ineligible.Cost Sharing or Matching Cost sharing is not required. However, cost-sharing is encouraged. PAS also encourages projects that use highly skilled volunteers or other in-kind contributions as an element of cost-sharing. Applications should explain clearly other sources of funding and how the volunteers will be used.Other Eligibility Requirements Applicants are only allowed to submit one proposal per organization. If more than one proposal is submitted from an organization, all proposals from that institution will be considered ineligible for funding. Previous federal award recipients who are not in compliance with the terms of their financial and program reporting requirements are ineligible to apply.It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure they are in compliance with all applicable terms, conditions, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance and requirements at the time of application and during the program period, if awarded funding. Those organizations found to be in non-compliance with grant terms and conditions or OMB guidance may be found ineligible for funding or designated high risk by the grants officer if selected for funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Mexico |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the Consulate General of the United States, Ciudad Juarez, Mexico is pleased to announce an open competition for an assistance award through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). PAS Ciudad Juarez invites all eligible organizations to submit a proposal for a grant to design and implement a year-long series of extra-curricular activities focused on encouraging girls 12-16 in Ciudad Juarez and/or Chihuahua City to pursue higher education and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.The applicant will be expected to design a program that will expose girls to a range of STEM subjects and career fields and to encourage them to pursue higher education. The program must include two two-day intensive science camps with hands-on activities and mentoring conducted by female instructors working in STEM fields. The program to be proposed by the successful applicant should be no fewer than eleven months and include a culminating public presentation by the participants to demonstrate what they have learned.If you require special accommodation to access any information contained in this announcement, please contact CDJ_Grants@state.gov Please follow all instructions below carefully. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION PACKAGE, USE THE FILES IN RELATED DOCUMENTS. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or failure to furnish or comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible.Content and Form of Application SubmissionPlease ensure:1. The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity.2. All documents are in English.3. All budgets are in U.S. dollars.4. All pages are numbered.5. All documents are formatted to 8 ½ x 11 paper, and6. All Microsoft Word documents are single-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, with a minimum of 1-inch margins.When submitting a proposal, applicants are required to include the following documents and information, as applicable.Section 1 – Organization InformationSection 2 – Technical ProposalSection 3 – BudgetSection 4 – Key personnel and partnersSection 5 – SF 424 Grant request formCriteriaEach application submitted under this opportunity will be evaluated and rated on the basis of the criteria detailed below. 1- Quality of the program2- Ability to achieve objectives3- Institutional capacity4- Sustainability5- Cost effectivenes6- Budget and narrative justification7- Monitoring and evaluation |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Affairs Section
Oficina de Prensa y Cultura Consulado General de Estados Unidos Cd. Juarez, Mexico Email:CDJ_Grants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-MEX-PD-CJ-2015-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Promoting Gender Equality through STEM Higher Education and Careers |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education Humanities Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 26, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 01, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $35,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $35,000 |
| Award Floor: | $15,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by any not for profit local entity that: (a) is organized under the laws of Mexico, (b) has its principal place of business or operations in Mexico, (c) is majority beneficially owned by individuals who are citizens or lawful permanent and residents of Mexico, and (d) is managed by a governing body the majority of which are citizens or lawful permanent residents of Mexico. For purposes of this section, “majority owned” and “managed by” include, without limitation, beneficiary interests and the power, either directly or indirectly, whether exercised or exercisable, to control the election, appointment, or tenure of the organization’s managers or a majority of the organization’s governing body by any means.While the prime applicant must be a Mexican organization that meets the criteria listed above, organizations may submit applications individually or in partnership with other international or local organizations. Partnerships with governmental organizations may also be considered where a sub-national or national governmental organization may contribute expertise, staff or resources to achieving a program objective; however, the prime applicant must meet the eligibility criteria outlined above. Partnerships do not require cost sharing or leverage, but cost sharing is strongly encouraged and will be considered as a factor in cost effectiveness.If the organization is a private nonprofit which has not received a grant or cooperative agreement from the U.S. Embassy in the past three years, or if your organization received non-profit status from the Mexican Government within the past four years, you must submit the necessary documentation to verify non-profit status. Failure to do so will cause your proposal to be declared technically ineligible.Cost Sharing or Matching Cost sharing is not required. However, cost-sharing is encouraged. PAS also encourages projects that use highly skilled volunteers or other in-kind contributions as an element of cost-sharing. Applications should explain clearly other sources of funding and how the volunteers will be used.Other Eligibility Requirements Applicants are only allowed to submit one proposal per organization. If more than one proposal is submitted from an organization, all proposals from that institution will be considered ineligible for funding. Previous federal award recipients who are not in compliance with the terms of their financial and program reporting requirements are ineligible to apply.It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure they are in compliance with all applicable terms, conditions, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance and requirements at the time of application and during the program period, if awarded funding. Those organizations found to be in non-compliance with grant terms and conditions or OMB guidance may be found ineligible for funding or designated high risk by the grants officer if selected for funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Mexico |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the Consulate General of the United States, Ciudad Juarez, Mexico is pleased to announce an open competition for an assistance award through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). PAS Ciudad Juarez invites all eligible organizations to submit a proposal for a grant to design and implement a year-long series of extra-curricular activities focused on encouraging girls 12-16 in Ciudad Juarez and/or Chihuahua City to pursue higher education and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.
The applicant will be expected to design a program that will expose girls to a range of STEM subjects and career fields and to encourage them to pursue higher education. The program must include two two-day intensive science camps with hands-on activities and mentoring conducted by female instructors working in STEM fields. The program to be proposed by the successful applicant should be no fewer than eleven months and include a culminating public presentation by the participants to demonstrate what they have learned. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Affairs Section
Oficina de Prensa y Cultura Consulado General de Estados Unidos Cd. Juarez, Mexico Email:CDJ_Grants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-MEX-PD-CJ-2015-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Promoting Gender Equality through STEM Higher Education and Careers |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education Humanities Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 26, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 01, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $35,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $35,000 |
| Award Floor: | $15,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applications may be submitted by any not for profit local entity that: (a) is organized under the laws of Mexico, (b) has its principal place of business or operations in Mexico, (c) is majority beneficially owned by individuals who are citizens or lawful permanent and residents of Mexico, and (d) is managed by a governing body the majority of which are citizens or lawful permanent residents of Mexico. For purposes of this section, “majority owned” and “managed by” include, without limitation, beneficiary interests and the power, either directly or indirectly, whether exercised or exercisable, to control the election, appointment, or tenure of the organization’s managers or a majority of the organization’s governing body by any means.While the prime applicant must be a Mexican organization that meets the criteria listed above, organizations may submit applications individually or in partnership with other international or local organizations. Partnerships with governmental organizations may also be considered where a sub-national or national governmental organization may contribute expertise, staff or resources to achieving a program objective; however, the prime applicant must meet the eligibility criteria outlined above. Partnerships do not require cost sharing or leverage, but cost sharing is strongly encouraged and will be considered as a factor in cost effectiveness.If the organization is a private nonprofit which has not received a grant or cooperative agreement from the U.S. Embassy in the past three years, or if your organization received non-profit status from the Mexican Government within the past four years, you must submit the necessary documentation to verify non-profit status. Failure to do so will cause your proposal to be declared technically ineligible.Cost Sharing or Matching Cost sharing is not required. However, cost-sharing is encouraged. PAS also encourages projects that use highly skilled volunteers or other in-kind contributions as an element of cost-sharing. Applications should explain clearly other sources of funding and how the volunteers will be used.Other Eligibility Requirements Applicants are only allowed to submit one proposal per organization. If more than one proposal is submitted from an organization, all proposals from that institution will be considered ineligible for funding. Previous federal award recipients who are not in compliance with the terms of their financial and program reporting requirements are ineligible to apply.It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure they are in compliance with all applicable terms, conditions, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance and requirements at the time of application and during the program period, if awarded funding. Those organizations found to be in non-compliance with grant terms and conditions or OMB guidance may be found ineligible for funding or designated high risk by the grants officer if selected for funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Mexico |
| Description: | Address to Request Application Package PLEASE READ THE FULL APPLICATION PACKAGE FIRST This NOFO document and any amendments can be found at and www.grants.gov (search by Opportunity Number DOS-MEX-PD-CJ-2015-01). If you require special accommodation to access any information contained in this announcement, please contact CDJ_Grants@state.gov Please follow all instructions below carefully. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or failure to furnish or comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible.Content and Form of Application SubmissionPlease ensure:1. The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity.2. All documents are in English.3. All budgets are in U.S. dollars.4. All pages are numbered.5. All documents are formatted to 8 ½ x 11 paper, and6. All Microsoft Word documents are single-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, with a minimum of 1-inch margins.When submitting a proposal, applicants are required to include the following documents and information, as applicable.Section 1 – Organization InformationSection 2 – Technical ProposalSection 3 – BudgetSection 4 – Key personnel and partnersSection 5 – SF 424 Grant request formCriteriaEach application submitted under this opportunity will be evaluated and rated on the basis of the criteria detailed below. 1- Quality of the program2- Ability to achieve objectives3- Institutional capacity4- Sustainability5- Cost effectivenes6- Budget and narrative justification7- Monitoring and evaluation |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Affairs Section
Oficina de Prensa y Cultura Consulado General de Estados Unidos Cd. Juarez, Mexico Email:CDJ_Grants@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 277473 Full Announcement-1 -> cdj suggested grant proposal budget wkst.pdf
Folder 277473 Full Announcement-1 -> tab a.- cdj budget narrative.pdf
Folder 277473 Full Announcement-1 -> promoting gender equality through stem higher education and careers 4p.pdf
Folder 277473 Other Supporting Documents-Grant request 1 -> sf424- organizations.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Public Affairs Section Oficina de Prensa y Cultura Consulado General de Estados Unidos Cd. Juarez, Mexico Email: CDJ_Grants@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOS-MEX-PD-CJ | Promoting Gender Equality through STEM | PKG00217606 | Jun 26, 2015 | Aug 18, 2015 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
277473 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
277473 Budget-1.1.pdf
277473 Project-1.1.pdf
277473 SF424A-1.0.pdf
277473 SF424B-1.1.pdf
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