The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor is offering a grant for programs in Egypt that promote religious freedom, protect the rights of religious minorities, and foster inclusive attitudes. Applicants must have a strong understanding of the Egyptian context and experience in implementing activities in the country. Partnership with local organizations is encouraged, and expertise in religious freedom issues is a plus. Applications from consortiums are welcome. The deadline for submissions is April 14, 2013.
Opportunity ID: 227695
General Information
| Document Type:: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number:: | DRLA-DRLAQM-13-024 |
| Funding Opportunity Title:: | Promoting Religious Freedom and the Protection of the Rights of Religious Minorities in Egypt |
| Opportunity Category:: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation:: | |
| Funding Instrument Type:: | |
| Category of Funding Activity:: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation:: | Religious freedom and minority rights |
| Expected Number of Awards:: | |
| Assistance Listings Number(s):: | 19.345 — International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:: | No |
| Version:: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date:: | Mar 20, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date:: | |
| Original Closing Date for Applications:: | Apr 14, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications:: | Apr 14, 2013 |
| Archive Date:: | May 14, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding:: | |
| Award Ceiling:: | $600,000 |
| Award Floor:: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants:: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility:: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name:: | Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor |
| Description:: | DRL seeks proposals for programs that promote religious freedom; advance the respect for, and protection of, the rights of religious minorities; and promote inclusive public attitudes.
Organizations must demonstrate deep familiarity with the Egyptian context and an understanding of the sensitivities surrounding issues of religious freedom. Partnership with Egyptian organizations is strongly encouraged. Organizations may apply as a consortium. Proven ability to implement activities in Egypt and expertise in issues of religious freedom will be viewed positively. |
| Link to Additional Information:: | |
| Grantor Contact Information:: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Synopsis 1 |
Package Status
Below are CLOSED Opportunity Package(s) no longer available for this Funding Opportunity:
Package No: 1
| Assistance Listings: | |
| Competition ID: | DRLA-DRLAQM-13-024-017549 |
| Competition Title: | Promoting Religious Freedom and the Protection of the Rights of Religious Minorities in Egypt |
| Opportunity Package ID: | PKG00170990 |
| Opening Date: | Mar 21, 2013 |
| Closing Date: | Apr 14, 2013 |
| Agency Contact Information:: | Should you have any questions regarding the solicitation, please feel free to contact Negina Sawez sawezn@state.gov or DRLProgramInfo@state.gov. |
| Who Can Apply:: | Organization Applicants |
| mendatory_forms |
Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424) [V2.1] Budget Narrative Attachment Form [V1.1] Project Narrative Attachment Form [V1.1] Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs (SF-424A) [V1.0] Assurances for Non-Construction Programs (SF-424B) [V1.1] |
| optional_forms |
Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (SF-LLL) [V1.1] Attachments [V1.1] |
Packages
| Assistance Listings | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions | Who Can Apply: | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRLA-DRLAQM-13-024-017549 | Promoting Religious Freedom and the Protection of the Rights of Religious Minorities in Egypt | PKG00170990 | Mar 21, 2013 | Apr 14, 2013 | View | Should you have any questions regarding the solicitation, please feel free to contact Negina Sawez sawezn@state.gov or DRLProgramInfo@state.gov. | Organization Applicants |