Opportunity ID: 326099

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: SCAISB-20-AW-009-04062020
Funding Opportunity Title: Exchange Program for Female Scholars (Ulemas)
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: 2
Assistance Listings: 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Apr 06, 2020
Last Updated Date: Apr 07, 2020
Original Closing Date for Applications: May 22, 2020
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 22, 2020
Archive Date: Jun 21, 2020
Estimated Total Program Funding: $50,000
Award Ceiling: $50,000
Award Floor: $40,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Eligibility is open to international and Pakistan-based non-profit organizations. Organizations may sub-award or sub-contract with other entities, but only one non-profit organization can be the prime recipient of the award. Pakistan government entities are not eligible to apply. For-profit entities are not eligible to be the prime recipient of an award under this NOFO. When sub-awarding or sub-contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. The applicants must submit proof of their non-profit status with their proposal submission (e.g. proof of 501(c) (3) status, Pakistan NGO license). Applications that do not include proof of non-profit status will not be considered for an award. Individuals are not eligible for an award under this NOFO. U.S.-based or registered organizations should provide proof of registration to operate in Pakistan or have a documented agreement with a partner organization registered to operate in Pakistan. Please refer to Section D for funding restrictions.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Pakistan
Description:

The U.S. Mission Pakistan Consulate General Lahore Public Affairs Section is seeking proposals that will provide a two-week or more exchange visit opportunity to at least five female ulemas from Punjab, Pakistan to visit different faith centers, including mosques, churches, temples, and other places of common worship.. Visiting female ulemas will interact with these diverse faith leaders to observe best practices in promoting inter-faith harmony, peace, and good relationships among religions in U.S. society. The program will demonstrate the role of those religious leaders and centers in influencing community-based peace and tolerance. This project has a funding floor of $40,000 and a funding ceiling of $50,000. Proposals should cover a one-year period of performance and specify in which cities of the United States activities will occur. Please review below the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for the complete list of requirements.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Mission Pakistan Public Affairs Grants Management Team
Email:PakistanGrants@state.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
To update the "eligibility information" section in the NOFO. Apr 07, 2020
Apr 06, 2020

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: SCAISB-20-AW-009-04062020
Funding Opportunity Title: Exchange Program for Female Scholars (Ulemas)
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: 2
Assistance Listings: 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Apr 06, 2020
Last Updated Date: Apr 07, 2020
Original Closing Date for Applications: May 22, 2020
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 22, 2020
Archive Date: Jun 21, 2020
Estimated Total Program Funding: $50,000
Award Ceiling: $50,000
Award Floor: $40,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Eligibility is open to international and Pakistan-based non-profit organizations. Organizations may sub-award or sub-contract with other entities, but only one non-profit organization can be the prime recipient of the award. Pakistan government entities are not eligible to apply. For-profit entities are not eligible to be the prime recipient of an award under this NOFO. When sub-awarding or sub-contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. The applicants must submit proof of their non-profit status with their proposal submission (e.g. proof of 501(c) (3) status, Pakistan NGO license). Applications that do not include proof of non-profit status will not be considered for an award. Individuals are not eligible for an award under this NOFO. U.S.-based or registered organizations should provide proof of registration to operate in Pakistan or have a documented agreement with a partner organization registered to operate in Pakistan. Please refer to Section D for funding restrictions.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Pakistan
Description:

The U.S. Mission Pakistan Consulate General Lahore Public Affairs Section is seeking proposals that will provide a two-week or more exchange visit opportunity to at least five female ulemas from Punjab, Pakistan to visit different faith centers, including mosques, churches, temples, and other places of common worship.. Visiting female ulemas will interact with these diverse faith leaders to observe best practices in promoting inter-faith harmony, peace, and good relationships among religions in U.S. society. The program will demonstrate the role of those religious leaders and centers in influencing community-based peace and tolerance. This project has a funding floor of $40,000 and a funding ceiling of $50,000. Proposals should cover a one-year period of performance and specify in which cities of the United States activities will occur. Please review below the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for the complete list of requirements.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Mission Pakistan Public Affairs Grants Management Team
Email:PakistanGrants@state.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: SCAISB-20-AW-009-04062020
Funding Opportunity Title: Exchange Program for Female Scholars (Ulemas)
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: 2
Assistance Listings: 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 1
Posted Date: Apr 06, 2020
Last Updated Date: Apr 06, 2020
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 22, 2020
Archive Date: Jun 21, 2020
Estimated Total Program Funding: $50,000
Award Ceiling: $50,000
Award Floor: $40,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Eligibility is open to international non-profit organizations. Organizations may sub-award or sub-contract with other entities, but only one non-profit organization can be the prime recipient of the award. Pakistan government entities are not eligible to apply. For-profit entities are not eligible to be the prime recipient of an award under this NOFO. When sub-awarding or sub-contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. The applicants must submit proof of their non-profit status with their proposal submission (e.g. proof of 501(c) (3) status, Pakistan NGO license). Applications that do not include proof of non-profit status will not be considered for an award. Individuals are not eligible for an award under this NOFO. U.S.-based or registered organizations should provide proof of registration to operate in Pakistan or have a documented agreement with a partner organization registered to operate in Pakistan. Please refer to Section D for funding restrictions.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Pakistan
Description:

The U.S. Mission Pakistan Consulate General Lahore Public Affairs Section is seeking proposals that will provide a two-week or more exchange visit opportunity to at least five female ulemas from Punjab, Pakistan to visit different faith centers, including mosques, churches, temples, and other places of common worship.. Visiting female ulemas will interact with these diverse faith leaders to observe best practices in promoting inter-faith harmony, peace, and good relationships among religions in U.S. society. The program will demonstrate the role of those religious leaders and centers in influencing community-based peace and tolerance. This project has a funding floor of $40,000 and a funding ceiling of $50,000. Proposals should cover a one-year period of performance and specify in which cities of the United States activities will occur. Please review below the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for the complete list of requirements.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Mission Pakistan Public Affairs Grants Management Team
Email:PakistanGrants@state.gov

Folder 326099 Full Announcement-Exchange for Female Scholars -> 03. Attachment 3 – M&E PMP Template (insert applicant org name).pdf

Folder 326099 Full Announcement-Exchange for Female Scholars -> 04. Attachment 4 – Budget Narrative Template.pdf

Folder 326099 Full Announcement-Exchange for Female Scholars -> 05. Attachment 5 – SF-424.pdf

Folder 326099 Full Announcement-Exchange for Female Scholars -> 02. Attachment 2 – Applicant Organizational Information Sheet.pdf

Folder 326099 Full Announcement-Exchange for Female Scholars -> 05. Attachment 5.2 – SF-424B.pdf

Folder 326099 Full Announcement-Exchange for Female Scholars -> FY20 – DOS – Mission Pak – CGL – NOFO – Exchange Program for Female Scholars (Ulemas).pdf

Folder 326099 Full Announcement-Exchange for Female Scholars -> 03. Attachment 3.1 – M&E PMP – Instructions.pdf

Folder 326099 Full Announcement-Exchange for Female Scholars -> 05. Attachment 5.1 – SF-424A.pdf

Folder 326099 Full Announcement-Exchange for Female Scholars -> 01. Attachment 1 – Application Summary Coversheet.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Mission Pakistan Public Affairs Grants Management Team
Email: PakistanGrants@state.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
19.501 SCAISB-20-AW-009-04062020 Exchange Program for Female Scholars (Ulemas) PKG00260787 Apr 06, 2020 May 22, 2020 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

326099 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf

326099 SF424A-1.0.pdf

326099 SF424B-1.1.pdf

326099 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

326099 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

Optional forms

326099 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf

326099 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf

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