Opportunity ID: 322872

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-PAN-FY20-04
Funding Opportunity Title: NGO Capacity Building
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement
Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Community Development
Education
Income Security and Social Services
Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification)
Regional Development
Category Explanation: Provide structured training opportunities for civil society leaders, NGOs, and foundations to build civic engagement. Bring U.S. expertise on fundraising, campaign creation, media outreach strategies, and more to strengthen local capacity.
Expected Number of Awards: 2
Assistance Listings: 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Dec 05, 2019
Last Updated Date: Dec 05, 2019
Original Closing Date for Applications: Jan 31, 2020
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jan 31, 2020
Archive Date: Apr 30, 2020
Estimated Total Program Funding: $60,000
Award Ceiling: $60,000
Award Floor: $10,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: 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
Individuals
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
City or township governments
Private institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility: •Registered Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations •Universities and educational institutions •Governmental institutions.•Individuals. For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply. All organizations must have a DUNS number from Dun & Bradstreet, NCAGE/CAGE Code, as well as an active registration on www.SAM.gov. See Section D.3 of our Notice of Funding Opportunity for information on how to obtain these registrations. Individuals are not required to have a DUNS number or be registered in SAM.gov.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Panama
Description:

The Public Affairs Section of the Embassy of the United States in Panama announces an open competition for individuals or organizations to submit funding applications for a project to provide training, information, and guidance to local NGOs, foundations, and civil society leaders in Panama to improve their ability to achieve their respective social, civic, or humanitarian goals. Please carefully follow all instructions below.

 

Project Objective:

This project aims to make Panamanian institutions more resilient, transparent, and democratic through support for a strong civil society.

 

Project Description:

This project will provide structured training opportunities for civil society leaders, NGOs, and foundations to build civic engagement and strengthen democratic institutions that hold government accountable – especially on environment and labor. The project should leverage U.S. expertise or resources to provide training on fundraising, campaign creation, media outreach strategies, and other operational aspects to strengthen local capacity.  

 

The project should expand the networks of the participants to achieve broader impact within the country, including engagement with the U.S. Embassy. The project implementer should work with the Public Affairs Section to include workshops and tutorials on preparing grant applications.

 

The project should include a fair and transparent procedure for the selection of participants, if participation will be limited.

 

Partners and Audience:

Ideal implementers for this project include individuals or organizations experienced with providing similar training.

The primary audience is Panamanian NGOs, foundations, and civil society leaders both in Panama City and in other provinces around the country.

 

Eligible Applicants

The following organizations are eligible to apply

·        Registered Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations

·        Universities and educational institutions

·        Governmental institutions.

·        Individuals

For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply

 

In order to be eligible to receive an award, all organizations must have a Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number from Dun & Bradstreet, NCAGE/CAGE Code, as well as an active registration on www.SAM.gov. Please see Section D.3 of our Notice of Funding Opportunity for information on how to obtain these registrations. Step by step guideline available at our website (see links below). Individuals are not required to have a DUNS number or be registered in SAM.gov.

 

Submission Dates and Times

Applications may be submitted for consideration at any time before the closing date of January 31, 2020. Project activities should not be scheduled prior to April 1, 2020 to allow time for processing the grant.

 

All application materials must be submitted by e-mail to PanCultural@state.gov  

 

Application package must contain:

·        Proposal (including Budget Narrative)

·        Budget Worksheet

·        Form SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance

 

Required application forms and templates are available at our website:

  https://pa.usembassy.gov/education-culture/grants/

  https://pa.usembassy.gov/es/education-culture-es/subvenciones/ 

 

For further information about out Notice of Funding Opportunity please read carefully our NOFO PAS-PAN-FY20-04 NGO Capacity Building

Link to Additional Information: U.S. Embassy Panama. Public Affairs Section’s Funding Opportunities
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Colin Machado

Cultural Officer, U.S. Embassy Panama.
Email:pancultural@state.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
Dec 05, 2019

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-PAN-FY20-04
Funding Opportunity Title: NGO Capacity Building
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement
Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Community Development
Education
Income Security and Social Services
Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification)
Regional Development
Category Explanation: Provide structured training opportunities for civil society leaders, NGOs, and foundations to build civic engagement. Bring U.S. expertise on fundraising, campaign creation, media outreach strategies, and more to strengthen local capacity.
Expected Number of Awards: 2
Assistance Listings: 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Dec 05, 2019
Last Updated Date: Dec 05, 2019
Original Closing Date for Applications: Jan 31, 2020
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jan 31, 2020
Archive Date: Apr 30, 2020
Estimated Total Program Funding: $60,000
Award Ceiling: $60,000
Award Floor: $10,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: 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
Individuals
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
City or township governments
Private institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility: •Registered Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations •Universities and educational institutions •Governmental institutions.•Individuals. For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply. All organizations must have a DUNS number from Dun & Bradstreet, NCAGE/CAGE Code, as well as an active registration on www.SAM.gov. See Section D.3 of our Notice of Funding Opportunity for information on how to obtain these registrations. Individuals are not required to have a DUNS number or be registered in SAM.gov.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Panama
Description:

The Public Affairs Section of the Embassy of the United States in Panama announces an open competition for individuals or organizations to submit funding applications for a project to provide training, information, and guidance to local NGOs, foundations, and civil society leaders in Panama to improve their ability to achieve their respective social, civic, or humanitarian goals. Please carefully follow all instructions below.

 

Project Objective:

This project aims to make Panamanian institutions more resilient, transparent, and democratic through support for a strong civil society.

 

Project Description:

This project will provide structured training opportunities for civil society leaders, NGOs, and foundations to build civic engagement and strengthen democratic institutions that hold government accountable – especially on environment and labor. The project should leverage U.S. expertise or resources to provide training on fundraising, campaign creation, media outreach strategies, and other operational aspects to strengthen local capacity.  

 

The project should expand the networks of the participants to achieve broader impact within the country, including engagement with the U.S. Embassy. The project implementer should work with the Public Affairs Section to include workshops and tutorials on preparing grant applications.

 

The project should include a fair and transparent procedure for the selection of participants, if participation will be limited.

 

Partners and Audience:

Ideal implementers for this project include individuals or organizations experienced with providing similar training.

The primary audience is Panamanian NGOs, foundations, and civil society leaders both in Panama City and in other provinces around the country.

 

Eligible Applicants

The following organizations are eligible to apply

·        Registered Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations

·        Universities and educational institutions

·        Governmental institutions.

·        Individuals

For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply

 

In order to be eligible to receive an award, all organizations must have a Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number from Dun & Bradstreet, NCAGE/CAGE Code, as well as an active registration on www.SAM.gov. Please see Section D.3 of our Notice of Funding Opportunity for information on how to obtain these registrations. Step by step guideline available at our website (see links below). Individuals are not required to have a DUNS number or be registered in SAM.gov.

 

Submission Dates and Times

Applications may be submitted for consideration at any time before the closing date of January 31, 2020. Project activities should not be scheduled prior to April 1, 2020 to allow time for processing the grant.

 

All application materials must be submitted by e-mail to PanCultural@state.gov  

 

Application package must contain:

·        Proposal (including Budget Narrative)

·        Budget Worksheet

·        Form SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance

 

Required application forms and templates are available at our website:

  https://pa.usembassy.gov/education-culture/grants/

  https://pa.usembassy.gov/es/education-culture-es/subvenciones/ 

 

For further information about out Notice of Funding Opportunity please read carefully our NOFO PAS-PAN-FY20-04 NGO Capacity Building

Link to Additional Information: U.S. Embassy Panama. Public Affairs Section’s Funding Opportunities
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Colin Machado

Cultural Officer, U.S. Embassy Panama.
Email:pancultural@state.gov

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-APPLICATION FORMS -> Budget Worksheet (with Guidelines).pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-APPLICATION FORMS -> SF-424 Individual. Application for FA-Instructions.pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-APPLICATION FORMS -> SF-424 Individual. Application for Federal Assistance.pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-APPLICATION FORMS -> SF-424 Application for FA-Instructions.pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-APPLICATION FORMS -> Budget Guidlines.pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-APPLICATION FORMS -> SF-424_A Budget Info.-Instructions.pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-APPLICATION FORMS -> PROPOSAL Template (with instruccions).pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-APPLICATION FORMS -> SF-424_A Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs.pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-APPLICATION FORMS -> SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance.pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-GUIDELINES -> Key Elements of a Proposal.pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-GUIDELINES -> Cómo escribir una propuesta exitosa.pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-GUIDELINES -> Grants Presentation (Spanish). Registrations step by step.pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-GUIDELINES -> SAM.gov Guide for New Grantee Registration (U.S. Organization).pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-GUIDELINES -> Registration and Updating Procedures for NCAGE-CAGE.pdf

Folder 322872 Other Supporting Documents-GUIDELINES -> SAM.gov Guide for International Registrants.pdf

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