The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) has announced a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) under the funding opportunity number SFOP0010099. This initiative is titled “DRL FY23 China Programs – Statements of Interest” and falls under the category of International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (CFDA Number: 19.345). The grant, which is discretionary in nature, aims to support projects that protect and promote human rights in China, with an award ceiling of $1,500,000 and a floor of $500,000.
Eligibility for this opportunity extends to various types of organizations, including U.S.- or foreign-based non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs), public international organizations, institutions of higher education, and for-profit organizations or businesses. Applicants must demonstrate the capacity to develop active partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including private sector partners and NGOs, and have experience in administering similar programs. The DRL’s announcement reflects a commitment to advancing human rights and democratic principles globally, specifically focusing on the context of China. The initiative seeks to fund programs that can make a meaningful impact in promoting human rights, addressing critical issues, and fostering a more just and equitable society. This opportunity represents a strategic effort by the DRL to engage with various organizations in a collaborative approach to enhance human rights and support democratic values in China.
Opportunity ID: 351177
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010099 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL FY23 China Programs – Statements of Interest |
| 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: | FY23 Economic Support Funds |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 0 |
| CFDA Number(s): | 19.345 — International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 28, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 28, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 12, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 12, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Organizations submitting SOIs must meet the following criteria: Be a U.S.- or foreign-based non-profit/non-governmental organization (NGO), or a public international organization; or Be a private, public, or state institution of higher education; or Be a for-profit organization or business (noting there are restrictions on payment of fees and/or profits under grants and cooperative agreements, including those outlined in 48 CFR 30, “Cost Accounting Standards Administration”, and 48 CFR 31, “Contract Cost Principles and Procedures”); Have existing, or the capacity to develop, active partnerships with thematic or in-country partners, entities, and relevant stakeholders including private sector partner and NGOs; and, Have demonstrable experience administering successful and preferably similar programs. DRL reserves the right to request additional background information on organizations that do not have previous experience administering federal awards. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor |
| Description: | The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) from organizations interested in submitting Statements of Interest (SOI) for programs that protect and promote human rights in China. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in SAMS Domestic |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: DRL-ChinaProgramInfo@state.gov
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