This grant is for the purpose of fostering significant improvements in governance and democratic processes within the Balkan region, specifically targeting Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to undertake projects that will bolster government transparency initiatives in Montenegro. Concurrently, the grant aims to provide crucial support for comprehensive election reforms in Bosnia and Herzegovina, enhancing the integrity and fairness of its democratic elections. The ultimate goal is to combat corruption effectively and strengthen democratic institutions, thereby contributing to more accountable and representative governance in these nations. This open competition invites applications from groups committed to these vital objectives.
Opportunity ID: 338265
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0008574 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL Anti-Corruption and Election Integrity Programs in the Balkans |
| 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: | Human Rights and Democracy Fund (HRDF) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.345 — International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 22, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 04, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 05, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 05, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,283,950 |
| Award Floor: | $641,975 |
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/ nongovernment 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. |
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 promote government transparency in Montenegro and support election reforms in Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in MyGrants |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
DRL-EUR-ProgramInfo@state.gov
Email:- |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-04 14:20:04 – Amy Davis (Modification Comments) An addendum to the NOFO has been added |
Apr 04, 2024 | |
| 2024-04-04 14:20:00 – Amy Davis (Modification Comments) Please see addendum attachment for NOFO |
Feb 22, 2022 | |
| 2024-04-04 14:19:56 – Jasmin Henderson (Modification Comments) United States Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL)Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): DRL Anti-Corruption and Election Integrity Programs in the Balkans ADDENDUMQUESTION: According to the NOFO, the “Development of high-tech computer or communications software and/or hardware” is not allowed. Does this apply to adopting and enhancing an existing web-based anti-corruption software application? ANSWER: The proposal review panel will evaluate whether adoption and enhancement of an existing web-based anti-corruption software application addresses the overall goal, objectives, and outcomes outlined in the NOFO. It may be funded if the proposal review panel determines it to be relevant and appropriate. |
Feb 22, 2022 | |
| 2024-04-04 14:19:52 – Jasmin Henderson (Modification Comments) United States Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL)Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): DRL Anti-Corruption and Election Integrity Programs in the Balkans ADDENDUMQUESTION: According to the NOFO, the “Development of high-tech computer or communications software and/or hardware” is not allowed. Does this apply to adopting and enhancing an existing web-based anti-corruption software application? ANSWER: The proposal review panel will evaluate whether adoption and enhancement of an existing web-based anti-corruption software application addresses the overall goal, objectives, and outcomes outlined in the NOFO. It may be funded if the proposal review panel determines it to be relevant and appropriate. |
Feb 22, 2022 | |
| Feb 22, 2022 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0008574 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL Anti-Corruption and Election Integrity Programs in the Balkans |
| 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: | Human Rights and Democracy Fund (HRDF) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.345 — International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 22, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 04, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 05, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 05, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,283,950 |
| Award Floor: | $641,975 |
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/ nongovernment 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. |
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 promote government transparency in Montenegro and support election reforms in Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in MyGrants |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
DRL-EUR-ProgramInfo@state.gov
Email:- |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0008574 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL Anti-Corruption and Election Integrity Programs in the Balkans |
| 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: | Human Rights and Democracy Fund (HRDF) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.345 — International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 22, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 04, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 05, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,283,950 |
| Award Floor: | $641,975 |
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/ nongovernment 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. |
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 promote government transparency in Montenegro and support election reforms in Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in MyGrants |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
DRL-EUR-ProgramInfo@state.gov
Email:- |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0008574 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL Anti-Corruption and Election Integrity Programs in the Balkans |
| 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: | Human Rights and Democracy Fund (HRDF) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.345 — International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 22, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 04, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 05, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,283,950 |
| Award Floor: | $641,975 |
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/ nongovernment 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. |
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 promote government transparency in Montenegro and support election reforms in Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in MyGrants |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
DRL-EUR-ProgramInfo@state.gov
Email:- |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0008574 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL Anti-Corruption and Election Integrity Programs in the Balkans |
| 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: | Human Rights and Democracy Fund (HRDF) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.345 — International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 22, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 04, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 05, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,283,950 |
| Award Floor: | $641,975 |
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/ nongovernment 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. |
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 promote government transparency in Montenegro and support election reforms in Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in MyGrants |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
DRL-EUR-ProgramInfo@state.gov
Email:- |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0008574 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL Anti-Corruption and Election Integrity Programs in the Balkans |
| 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: | Human Rights and Democracy Fund (HRDF) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| 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 22, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 22, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 05, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,283,950 |
| Award Floor: | $641,975 |
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/ nongovernment 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. |
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 promote government transparency in Montenegro and support election reforms in Bosnia and Herzegovina. |
| 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-EUR-ProgramInfo@state.gov
Email:- |
Related Documents
Folder 338265 Full Announcement-NOFO -> 2021-2022 Balkans Open NOFO.pdf
Folder 338265 Other Supporting Documents-. -> PSI for Applications December 2021 – after 12.01.21.pdf
Folder 338265 Other Supporting Documents-. -> NOFO Addendum-SFOP0008574.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | DRL-EUR-ProgramInfo@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PKG00272300 | Apr 05, 2022 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
338265 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
338265 SF424A-1.0.pdf
338265 SF424B-1.1.pdf
338265 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
338265 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
338265 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
338265 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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