The U.S. Embassy San Jose, under the U.S. Department of State, offers this grant opportunity to strengthen Central American governments through robust civil society engagement. Up to five awards, totaling $1,500,000, will support projects in Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama. This grant is for U.S. and overseas non-profit/non-governmental organizations, higher education institutions, and public international organizations. The primary purpose is to enhance government services, particularly for vulnerable and marginalized communities, and foster greater transparency, e-government initiatives, and accountability. Projects should empower civil society to demand government accountability and influence policy outcomes, helping to uphold democratic values and improve citizen security under the Central America Regional Security Initiative (CARSI).
Opportunity ID: 292634
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PRMECON-17-GR-001-WHA-032017 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthen Government through Civil Society Engagement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Governance |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 20, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 31, 2017 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 19, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 19, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 18, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible Entities: Applicants that are eligible to apply are U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, U.S. and overseas-based public and private institutions of higher education, and public international organizations that are able to respond to the NOFO and be able to mobilize in a short period of time.To be eligible for a grant award, in addition to other conditions of this NOFO, organizations must have a commitment to non‐discrimination with respect to beneficiaries and adherence to equal opportunity employment practices. Non‐discrimination includes equal treatment without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, and political affiliation. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Costa Rica |
| Description: | EXECUTIVE SUMMARYThe U.S. Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen government through civil society engagement. U.S. Embassy San Jose intends to issue five awards in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 in total funding. The anticipated start date for this activity is September 30, 2017, and project periods should not exceed two years. The U.S. Department of State is under no obligation to fund any of the proposals submitted under this funding opportunity. This funding will support United States government objectives under the Central America Regional Security Initiative (CARSI). Within Central America (Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama), the United States works with partner nations to strengthen institutions to counter the effects of organized crime, uphold the rule of law, and protect human rights. Institution building is coupled with both prevention projects that dissuade at-risk youth from turning to crime and gangs and community policing projects that engage local communities on citizen security issues. U.S. Embassy San Jose invites qualified U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, U.S. and overseas-based public and private institutions of higher education, and public international organizations to submit proposals that include an implementation strategy focused on: (a) Supporting the development of strong, capable and accountable Central American governments; and (b) Central American civil society demanding government accountability without reprisal of their rights and are able to influence policy outcomes. Host-nation governments uphold the values and practices of liberal democracy; citizens hold their governments accountable for these actions. Applicants should address the following objective:Objective: Civil society provides support to improve basic local, municipal, or central government services. Proposals should be oriented toward activities by civil society organizations working to improve, expand or complement the delivery of government services, particularly to vulnerable and/or marginalized communities and in areas outside of the Central Valley in an effort to help create strong, capable, and accountable governments. Examples of potential activities include, but are not limited to, projects intended to improve the provision of government services, and projects that will improve the capacity of government transparency and e-government initiatives. U.S. Embassy San Jose reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted and will determine the resulting level of funding for the award. The authority for this NOFO is found in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. Eligible organizations interested in submitting an application are encouraged to read this NOFO thoroughly to understand the type of project sought and the application submission requirements and evaluation process.For further information, please contact:U.S. Embassy San Jose E-mail SanJoseCarsiESF@state.govTelephone 2519-2483 |
| Link to Additional Information: | U.S. Embassy San Jose link to Notice of Funding Opportunity |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Phone 506-2519-2483
Email:SanJoseCARSIESF@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Category of Funding Activity changed to Governance (from Community Development) to better reflect the Notice of Funding Opportunity. Notice of Funding Opportunity document to also change to reflect Governance for Funding Activity Category. | Mar 31, 2017 | |
| Mar 31, 2017 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PRMECON-17-GR-001-WHA-032017 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthen Government through Civil Society Engagement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Governance |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 20, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 31, 2017 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 19, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 19, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 18, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible Entities: Applicants that are eligible to apply are U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, U.S. and overseas-based public and private institutions of higher education, and public international organizations that are able to respond to the NOFO and be able to mobilize in a short period of time.To be eligible for a grant award, in addition to other conditions of this NOFO, organizations must have a commitment to non‐discrimination with respect to beneficiaries and adherence to equal opportunity employment practices. Non‐discrimination includes equal treatment without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, and political affiliation. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Costa Rica |
| Description: | EXECUTIVE SUMMARYThe U.S. Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen government through civil society engagement. U.S. Embassy San Jose intends to issue five awards in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 in total funding. The anticipated start date for this activity is September 30, 2017, and project periods should not exceed two years. The U.S. Department of State is under no obligation to fund any of the proposals submitted under this funding opportunity. This funding will support United States government objectives under the Central America Regional Security Initiative (CARSI). Within Central America (Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama), the United States works with partner nations to strengthen institutions to counter the effects of organized crime, uphold the rule of law, and protect human rights. Institution building is coupled with both prevention projects that dissuade at-risk youth from turning to crime and gangs and community policing projects that engage local communities on citizen security issues. U.S. Embassy San Jose invites qualified U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, U.S. and overseas-based public and private institutions of higher education, and public international organizations to submit proposals that include an implementation strategy focused on: (a) Supporting the development of strong, capable and accountable Central American governments; and (b) Central American civil society demanding government accountability without reprisal of their rights and are able to influence policy outcomes. Host-nation governments uphold the values and practices of liberal democracy; citizens hold their governments accountable for these actions. Applicants should address the following objective:Objective: Civil society provides support to improve basic local, municipal, or central government services. Proposals should be oriented toward activities by civil society organizations working to improve, expand or complement the delivery of government services, particularly to vulnerable and/or marginalized communities and in areas outside of the Central Valley in an effort to help create strong, capable, and accountable governments. Examples of potential activities include, but are not limited to, projects intended to improve the provision of government services, and projects that will improve the capacity of government transparency and e-government initiatives. U.S. Embassy San Jose reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted and will determine the resulting level of funding for the award. The authority for this NOFO is found in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. Eligible organizations interested in submitting an application are encouraged to read this NOFO thoroughly to understand the type of project sought and the application submission requirements and evaluation process.For further information, please contact:U.S. Embassy San Jose E-mail SanJoseCarsiESF@state.govTelephone 2519-2483 |
| Link to Additional Information: | U.S. Embassy San Jose link to Notice of Funding Opportunity |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Phone 506-2519-2483
Email:SanJoseCARSIESF@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PRMECON-17-GR-001-WHA-032017 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthen Government through Civil Society Engagement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 31, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 19, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 18, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible Entities: Applicants that are eligible to apply are U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, U.S. and overseas-based public and private institutions of higher education, and public international organizations that are able to respond to the NOFO and be able to mobilize in a short period of time.
To be eligible for a grant award, in addition to other conditions of this NOFO, organizations must have a commitment to non‐discrimination with respect to beneficiaries and adherence to equal opportunity employment practices. Non‐discrimination includes equal treatment without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, and political affiliation. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Costa Rica |
| Description: | EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The U.S. Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen government through civil society engagement. U.S. Embassy San Jose intends to issue five awards in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 in total funding. The anticipated start date for this activity is September 30, 2017, and project periods should not exceed two years. The U.S. Department of State is under no obligation to fund any of the proposals submitted under this funding opportunity. This funding will support United States government objectives under the Central America Regional Security Initiative (CARSI). Within Central America (Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama), the United States works with partner nations to strengthen institutions to counter the effects of organized crime, uphold the rule of law, and protect human rights. Institution building is coupled with both prevention projects that dissuade at-risk youth from turning to crime and gangs and community policing projects that engage local communities on citizen security issues. U.S. Embassy San Jose invites qualified U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, U.S. and overseas-based public and private institutions of higher education, and public international organizations to submit proposals that include an implementation strategy focused on: (a) Supporting the development of strong, capable and accountable Central American governments; and (b) Central American civil society demanding government accountability without reprisal of their rights and are able to influence policy outcomes. Host-nation governments uphold the values and practices of liberal democracy; citizens hold their governments accountable for these actions. Applicants should address the following objective: Objective: Civil society provides support to improve basic local, municipal, or central government services. Proposals should be oriented toward activities by civil society organizations working to improve, expand or complement the delivery of government services, particularly to vulnerable and/or marginalized communities and in areas outside of the Central Valley in an effort to help create strong, capable, and accountable governments. Examples of potential activities include, but are not limited to, projects intended to improve the provision of government services, and projects that will improve the capacity of government transparency and e-government initiatives. U.S. Embassy San Jose reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted and will determine the resulting level of funding for the award. The authority for this NOFO is found in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. Eligible organizations interested in submitting an application are encouraged to read this NOFO thoroughly to understand the type of project sought and the application submission requirements and evaluation process. For further information, please contact: |
| Link to Additional Information: | U.S. Embassy San Jose link to Notice of Funding Opportunity |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Phone 506-2519-2483 Email:SanJoseCARSIESF@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 292634 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> 03.31.2017 San Jose Revised FINAL 2017 NOFO.pdf
Folder 292634 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> Budget Template with Instructions Sheet 03.01.17.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Phone 506-2519-2483 Email: SanJoseCARSIESF@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.750 | PRMECON-17-GR-001-WHA-032017 | Strengthen Government through Civil Society Engagement | PKG00231546 | Mar 20, 2017 | May 19, 2017 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
292634 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
292634 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
292634 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
292634 SF424A-1.0.pdf
292634 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
292634 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf
292634 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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