This grant from SCA is for strengthening the influence, impact, and capacity of Sri Lankan think tanks. The project aims to empower these organizations to play a more significant role in policy-making and public discourse within Sri Lanka. By enhancing their operational effectiveness, research capabilities, and outreach, SCA intends to foster a more robust and impactful think tank landscape in the country. This initiative will support activities such as training, research development, advocacy, and strategic planning, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision-making processes and sustainable development within Sri Lanka.
Opportunity ID: 327251
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0006744 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Think Tank Capacity Building |
| 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: | Civil society and think tank support |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.700 — General Department of State Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 21, 2020 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 21, 2020 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 04, 2020 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 04, 2020 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $800,000 |
| Award Floor: | $800,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | SCA seeks to fund a project that strengthens the influence, impact, and capacity of Sri Lankan think tanks. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in SAMS Domestic |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
SelfGS@state.gov
Email:- |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 327251 Full Announcement-NOFO and related Documents -> Applicant Questions and Official Responses (2).pdf
Folder 327251 Full Announcement-NOFO and related Documents -> NOFO Think Tank Capacity Building.pdf
Folder 327251 Full Announcement-NOFO and related Documents -> Budget Template 2020.pdf
Folder 327251 Full Announcement-NOFO and related Documents -> Proposal Submission Instructions (7).pdf
Folder 327251 Full Announcement-NOFO and related Documents -> Budget Guidelines 2020.pdf
Folder 327251 Full Announcement-NOFO and related Documents -> Financial Management Survey (3).pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | SelfGS@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.700 | SF0P00006744 | Think Tank Capacity Building | PKG00261800 | Apr 03, 2020 | Jun 04, 2020 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
327251 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
327251 SF424A-1.0.pdf
327251 SF424B-1.1.pdf
327251 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
327251 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
327251 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf
327251 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf