This grant, offered by the U.S. Department of State, Office of International Religious (J/IRF), provides funding for organizations dedicated to addressing religious harassment and discrimination within Kenya. The initiative seeks to support projects that actively combat these issues, fostering an environment of religious freedom and tolerance. Organizations are invited to submit applications for this open competition, focusing on interventions that promote understanding, protect religious minorities, challenge discriminatory practices, and build community resilience. The aim is to empower local efforts and strengthen civil society’s capacity to counter religious intolerance effectively across Kenya, contributing to a more equitable and respectful society for all faith communities and promoting peaceful coexistence.
Opportunity ID: 352331
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010243 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY23 J/IRF Combating Religious Discrimination in Kenya |
| 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 13, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 13, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 15, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 15, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $700,000 |
| Award Floor: | $700,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | J/IRF welcomes applications from U.S.-based and foreign-based non-profit organizations/nongovernmental organizations (NGO) and public international organizations; private, public, or state institutions of higher education; and for-profit organizations or businesses. J/IRF’s preference is to work with non-profit entities; however, there may be some occasions when a for-profit entity is best suited.
Applications submitted by for-profit entities may be subject to additional review following the panel selection process. Additionally, the Department of State prohibits profit to for-profit or commercial organizations under its assistance awards. Profit is defined as any amount in excess of allowable direct and indirect costs. The allowability of costs incurred by commercial organizations is determined in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) at 48 CFR 30, Cost Accounting Standards Administration, and 48 CFR 31 Contract Cost Principles and Procedu |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor |
| Description: | The U.S. Department of State, Office of International Religious (J/IRF) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that combat religious harassment and discrimination in Kenya. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in SAMS Domestic |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
drlirfgrants@state.gov
Email:- |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 352331 Full Announcement-SFOP0010243 -> SFOP0010243 FY23 J-IRF Combating Religious Discrimination in Kenya.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | drlirfgrants@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.345 | SFOP0010243 | FY23 J/IRF Combating Religious Discrimination in Kenya | PKG00284840 | Feb 13, 2024 | Apr 15, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
352331 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
352331 SF424A-1.0.pdf
352331 SF424B-1.1.pdf
352331 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
352331 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
352331 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
352331 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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