The U.S. Consulate Karachi’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) is offering this grant to establish university partnerships. This grant aims to strengthen research capacity and foster a research culture at Pakistani institutions, specifically the University of Sindh and Shah Abdul Latif University. It promotes minority inclusion and cultivates international linkages through collaboration with accredited Historically Black Colleges or Universities (HBCUs). Proposals should outline activities to improve research methods, deepen understanding of research issues, and facilitate faculty development. Funding ranges from $30,000 to $100,000 for projects up to 18 months, open to eligible HBCU applicants.
Opportunity ID: 331116
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAISB-21-AW-007-01262021 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Promoting a Culture of Inclusion and Research |
| 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: | Public Diplomacy |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 29, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 29, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 28, 2021 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $100,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $30,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility is open to international non-profit organizations. Organizations may sub-award or sub-contract with other entities, but only one non-profit organization can be the prime recipient of the award. Pakistan government entities are not eligible to apply. For-profit entitles are not eligible to be the prime recipient of an award under this NOFO. When sub-awarding or sub-contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. The applicants must submit proof of their non-profit status with their proposal submission (e.g. proof of 501(c) (3) status, Pakistan NGO license). Applications that do not include proof of non-profit status will not be considered for an award. Individuals are not eligible for an award under this NOFO. U.S.-based or registered organizations should provide proof of registration to operate in Pakistan or have a documented agreement with a partner organization registered to operate in Pakistan. Please refer to Section D for funding restrictions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Pakistan |
| Description: |
The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Consulate in Karachi is pleased to announce an open competition seeking proposals for a grant, contingent on funding, to establish a University Partnership Consortium between one or more accredited, four-year Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and University of Sindh and/or Shah Abdul Latif University. Accredited four-year HBCUs meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c)(3) are eligible and encouraged to apply. Under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), PAS seeks proposals that will strengthen the research capacity and advance a culture of research at these Pakistani institutions, while promoting minority inclusion and establishing an international linkage for follow-on collaboration. Proposals should address how activities will impart greater understanding of contemporary research issues, improve research methods, and facilitate faculty development. Proposals have a funding floor of $30,000 and a funding ceiling of $100,000 for a project of up to an 18-month duration. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mission Pakistan Public Affairs Grants Management Team
Email:PakistanGrants@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 331116 Full Announcement-Promoting Culture of Inclusion -> 04. Attachment 4 – Budget Narrative – Template.pdf
Folder 331116 Full Announcement-Promoting Culture of Inclusion -> 007. DOS – Mission Pakistan – CGK – Promoting a Culture of Inclusion and Research – Revised 03102021.pdf
Folder 331116 Full Announcement-Promoting Culture of Inclusion -> 05. Attachment 5 – SF424.pdf
Folder 331116 Full Announcement-Promoting Culture of Inclusion -> 02. Attachment 2 – Applicant Organizational Information Sheet – Template.pdf
Folder 331116 Full Announcement-Promoting Culture of Inclusion -> 05. Attachment 5.2 – SF424B.pdf
Folder 331116 Full Announcement-Promoting Culture of Inclusion -> 05. Attachment 5.1 – SF424A.pdf
Folder 331116 Full Announcement-Promoting Culture of Inclusion -> 01. Attachment 1 – Application Summary Coversheet – Template.pdf
Folder 331116 Full Announcement-Promoting Culture of Inclusion -> 03. Attachment 3 – M&E PMP – Template (insert grantee name).pdf
Folder 331116 Full Announcement-Promoting Culture of Inclusion -> 03. Attachment 3.1 – M&E PMP – Instructions.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Mission Pakistan Public Affairs Grants Management Team Email: PakistanGrants@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.501 | SCAISB-21-AW-007-01262021 | Promoting a Culture of Inclusion and Reserach | PKG00265158 | Jan 26, 2021 | Mar 29, 2021 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
331116 SF424_3_0-3.0.pdf
331116 SF424A-1.0.pdf
331116 SF424B-1.1.pdf
331116 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
331116 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
331116 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
331116 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
Share This Post, Choose Your Platform!
About the Author: osnqt
