PAS Kabul is offering a grant to support the capacity building of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) outside of Kabul, focusing on areas like women’s empowerment, community involvement, and youth participation. The grant aims to enhance NGOs/CSOs abilities in project management, fundraising, and sustainability, ultimately fostering civic engagement in local communities. Eligible organizations are encouraged to apply by submitting proposals that demonstrate a commitment to promoting development and transparency in line with international standards. Closing date for submissions is July 25, 2016.
Opportunity ID: 284080
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAKAB-16-CA-012-SCA-05242016 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Capacity of Regional Non-Governmental and Civil Society Organizations in Afghanistan |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Public Diplomacy |
| 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: | May 24, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 07, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 25, 2016 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 25, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 24, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,650,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,650,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,450,000 |
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 entities 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: | PAS Kabul invites all eligible organizations to submit a proposal for a cooperative agreement to develop and carry out a program that will promote development of civil society through capacity building of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) based in regions outside of Kabul who are engaged in issues that support local community development.NGOs/CSOs eligible to receive training under this grant should be engaged in projects related to issues such as: equal rights and empowerment of women; community involvement in local government; promoting volunteer activities that support the local community; promoting youth participation in civic development; educational or community support programs for people with disabilities; community programs that promote diversity and tolerance; or similar projects that promote development of civil society. The impact will be to stimulate NGOs/CSOs to develop projects that support civic engagement in their local communities, build their capacity to manage their organization, plan and implement projects, identify sources of private or international funding, administer projects and funding according to transparent international standards, and develop a strategy for long term sustainability. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Jason Brenden, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan
Email:KabulPASProposals@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| A Questions and Answers document was posted on July 7 at the Related Documents tab. | Jul 07, 2016 | |
| Jul 07, 2016 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAKAB-16-CA-012-SCA-05242016 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Capacity of Regional Non-Governmental and Civil Society Organizations in Afghanistan |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Public Diplomacy |
| 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: | May 24, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 07, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 25, 2016 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 25, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 24, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,650,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,650,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,450,000 |
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 entities 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: | PAS Kabul invites all eligible organizations to submit a proposal for a cooperative agreement to develop and carry out a program that will promote development of civil society through capacity building of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) based in regions outside of Kabul who are engaged in issues that support local community development.NGOs/CSOs eligible to receive training under this grant should be engaged in projects related to issues such as: equal rights and empowerment of women; community involvement in local government; promoting volunteer activities that support the local community; promoting youth participation in civic development; educational or community support programs for people with disabilities; community programs that promote diversity and tolerance; or similar projects that promote development of civil society. The impact will be to stimulate NGOs/CSOs to develop projects that support civic engagement in their local communities, build their capacity to manage their organization, plan and implement projects, identify sources of private or international funding, administer projects and funding according to transparent international standards, and develop a strategy for long term sustainability. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Jason Brenden, 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-16-CA-012-SCA-05242016 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Capacity of Regional Non-Governmental and Civil Society Organizations in Afghanistan |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Public Diplomacy |
| 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: | Jul 07, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 25, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 24, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,650,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,650,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,450,000 |
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 entities 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: | PAS Kabul invites all eligible organizations to submit a proposal for a cooperative agreement to develop and carry out a program that will promote development of civil society through capacity building of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) based in regions outside of Kabul who are engaged in issues that support local community development. NGOs/CSOs eligible to receive training under this grant should be engaged in projects related to issues such as: equal rights and empowerment of women; community involvement in local government; promoting volunteer activities that support the local community; promoting youth participation in civic development; educational or community support programs for people with disabilities; community programs that promote diversity and tolerance; or similar projects that promote development of civil society. The impact will be to stimulate NGOs/CSOs to develop projects that support civic engagement in their local communities, build their capacity to manage their organization, plan and implement projects, identify sources of private or international funding, administer projects and funding according to transparent international standards, and develop a strategy for long term sustainability. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Jason Brenden, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan
Email:KabulPASProposals@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 284080 Full Announcement-Application Instructions -> 012 Cap Dev of Regional NGOs POSTED.pdf
Folder 284080 Full Announcement-Application Instructions -> NTA Salary Scale.pdf
Folder 284080 Full Announcement-Application Instructions -> NTA Job Profiles.pdf
Folder 284080 Full Announcement-Application Instructions -> 009 NGO CSO Cap Building QndA POSTED.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Jason Brenden, 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 | SCAKAB-16-CA-012 | Strengthening Capacity of NGOs | PKG00223710 | May 24, 2016 | Jul 25, 2016 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
284080 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
284080 Budget-1.1.pdf
284080 Project-1.1.pdf
284080 SF424A-1.0.pdf
284080 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
284080 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf
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