The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is offering an open competition grant. This grant is specifically designed for organizations to develop and implement projects focused on preventing and mitigating violence during Kenya’s 2022 electoral cycle. The initiative seeks to support efforts that promote peaceful participation, safeguard human rights, and ensure a stable democratic process. Through this funding, DRL aims to reduce the likelihood of conflict and protect vulnerable populations impacted by electoral tensions. Organizations with expertise in peacebuilding, conflict resolution, or democratic governance are encouraged to apply, contributing to a secure and peaceful election in Kenya.
Opportunity ID: 333448
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0008085 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL Supporting Peaceful Elections in Kenya |
| 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: | FY20 HRDF |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.345 — International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 10, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 10, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 24, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 24, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | DRL welcomes applications from U.S.-based and foreign-based non-profit organizations/nongovernment organizations (NGO) and public international organizations; private, public, or state institutions of higher education; and for-profit organizations or businesses. DRL’s preference is to work with non-profit entities; however, there may be some occasions when a for-profit entity is best suited.
Applications submitted by for-profit entities may be subject to additional review following the panel selection process. Additionally, the Department of State prohibits profit to for-profit or commercial organizations under its assistance awards. Profit is defined as any amount in excess of allowable direct and indirect costs. The allowability of costs incurred by commercial organizations is determined in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) at 48 CFR 30, Cost Accounting Standards Administration, and 48 CFR 31 Contract Cost Principles and Procedures. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor |
| Description: | The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that prevent and mitigate violence during Kenya’s 2022 electoral cycle. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in SAMS Domestic |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
RiddleNE@state.gov
Email:- |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 333448 Full Announcement-NOFO -> DRL.NOFO.Supporting.Peaceful.Elections.in.Kenya.pdf
Folder 333448 Full Announcement-NOFO -> PSI for Applications March 2021 – after 03.03.21.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | RiddleNE@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.345 | SFOP0008085 | SFOP0008085 | PKG00267031 | May 10, 2021 | Jun 24, 2021 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
333448 SF424_3_0-3.0.pdf
333448 SF424A-1.0.pdf
333448 SF424B-1.1.pdf
333448 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
333448 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
333448 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
333448 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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