The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is offering this grant to strengthen independent media and expand the space for freedom of expression and the public’s right to information in Sri Lanka. This initiative seeks to empower local media organizations, foster journalistic integrity, and ensure citizens have access to diverse and reliable information. The grant aims to bolster democratic principles by supporting an environment where independent voices can thrive, countering misinformation, and promoting transparency. Eligible organizations are invited to submit applications for projects that align with these critical objectives, contributing to a more informed and engaged public sphere in Sri Lanka.
Opportunity ID: 345900
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0009402 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DRL Strengthening Independent Media in Sri Lanka |
| 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: | ESF |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| 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 08, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 08, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 10, 2023 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 10, 2023 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $750,000 |
| Award Floor: | $750,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | DRL welcomes applications from US based and foreign based nonprofit organizations or nongovernment organizations and public international organizations, private, public, or state institutions of higher education, and for profit organizations or businesses. DRLs 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 announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for a project that strengthens independent media and expands space for freedom of expression and the publics right to information in Sri Lanka. |
| 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-GP-SCA-CORE@state.gov
Email:- |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 345900 Full Announcement-Sri Lanka Independent Media -> PSI for Applications (2023).pdf
Folder 345900 Full Announcement-Sri Lanka Independent Media -> FY22 SL Media Freedom Full NOFO.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | DRL-GP-SCA-CORE@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.345 | PKG00279763 | Feb 08, 2023 | Apr 10, 2023 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
345900 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
345900 SF424A-1.0.pdf
345900 SF424B-1.1.pdf
345900 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
345900 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
345900 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
345900 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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