The U.S. Department of State, in collaboration with U.S. Embassy Kigali, is offering a grant competition for organizations committed to promoting financially sustainable investigative journalism in Rwanda. This grant is designed to foster a more accountable government, encourage responsible journalistic practices, and expand freedom of expression within the country’s digital space. The initiative aims to empower local media through sustainable funding models, ensuring long-term impact. Prospective applicants should note that grant awards are contingent upon the receipt of funding for the ARDF program, expected before September 30, 2024. This opportunity is ideal for organizations dedicated to strengthening democratic principles and media integrity in Rwanda.
Opportunity ID: 355084
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-RWANDA-PE-2024-02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Supporting Public Interest Journalism in Rwanda’s Digital Space |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Elections and Political Processes ; Human Rights Systems, Policies and Protection. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Elections and Political Processes; Human Rights Systems, Policies and Protection |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.225 — Africa Regional Democracy Fund |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 24, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 25, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 30, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 30, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 29, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $300,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The Africa Regional Democracy Fund program is limited to Rwandan local registered community-based organizations, associations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) with at least 2 years of experience working in the areas of Democracy, Governance and Human Rights. Organizations and entities with a prior history of poor performance of U.S. government grants are ineligible for this funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Rwanda |
| Description: |
U.S. Embassy Kigali and the U.S. Department of State announce an open competition for organizations to submit applications to promote financially sustainable investigative journalism in Rwanda. It will promote government accountability, responsible journalism, and greater freedom of expression in Rwanda. Note: The U.S. Embassy expects to receive funding for the ARDF program before September 30, 2024. Grant awards are contingent on the receipt of funding. If the program is not approved, no grants will be awarded under this call. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sona Karia
Grantor Email:KigaliASGP@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2024 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-RWANDA-PE-2024-02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Supporting Public Interest Journalism in Rwanda’s Digital Space |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Elections and Political Processes ; Human Rights Systems, Policies and Protection. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Elections and Political Processes; Human Rights Systems, Policies and Protection |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.225 — Africa Regional Democracy Fund |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 24, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 25, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 30, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 30, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 29, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $300,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The Africa Regional Democracy Fund program is limited to Rwandan local registered community-based organizations, associations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) with at least 2 years of experience working in the areas of Democracy, Governance and Human Rights. Organizations and entities with a prior history of poor performance of U.S. government grants are ineligible for this funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Rwanda |
| Description: |
U.S. Embassy Kigali and the U.S. Department of State announce an open competition for organizations to submit applications to promote financially sustainable investigative journalism in Rwanda. It will promote government accountability, responsible journalism, and greater freedom of expression in Rwanda. Note: The U.S. Embassy expects to receive funding for the ARDF program before September 30, 2024. Grant awards are contingent on the receipt of funding. If the program is not approved, no grants will be awarded under this call. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sona Karia
Grantor Email:KigaliASGP@state.gov |
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Folder 355084 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> 06.14.24 ARDF NOFO FY24_FINAL.pdf
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