The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) is offering an open competition grant for organizations. This grant is specifically designed to support the crucial work of journalists and independent media outlets in Mexico. The primary purpose is to empower them to freely exercise their fundamental freedoms, ensuring they can operate without fear of harassment, intimidation, or physical harm. DRL seeks projects that enhance the safety and operational capacity of media professionals, fostering an environment where independent reporting thrives and contributes to democratic principles. This initiative underscores DRL’s commitment to human rights and freedom of expression globally, particularly in regions where journalists face significant risks.
Opportunity ID: 352626
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010253 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL Promoting and Protecting Local Journalists in Mexico |
| 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: | Democracy, Human Rights, Labor |
| 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: | Feb 26, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 26, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 26, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500,000 |
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/nongovernmental 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 support the ability of journalists and independent media outlets in Mexico to exercise their fundamental freedoms, free from harassment, intimidation, and physical harm. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in SAMS Domestic |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
drlwhagrants@state.gov
Email:- |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 352626 Full Announcement-NOFO -> 2023 DRL Promoting and Protecting Local Journalists in Mexico.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | drlwhagrants@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.345 | SFOP0010253 | SFOP0010253 | PKG00285049 | Feb 26, 2024 | Apr 26, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
352626 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
352626 SF424A-1.0.pdf
352626 SF424B-1.1.pdf
352626 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
352626 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
352626 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
352626 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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