Opportunity ID: 282305

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: BH200-16-GR-200-WHA-031716
Funding Opportunity Title: Job Creation and Alternative Activities for At-Risk Youth
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Community Development
Education
Employment, Labor and Training
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 4
Assistance Listings: 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas)
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 5
Posted Date: Mar 17, 2016
Last Updated Date: May 06, 2016
Original Closing Date for Applications: May 06, 2016
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 06, 2016
Archive Date: Jun 05, 2017
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,200,000
Award Ceiling: $400,000
Award Floor: $200,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Overseas-based NGOs and institutions of higher education, and public international organizations (PIOs). Belizean NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Belize
Description: UPDATE: We understand that some applicants have experienced technical issues uploading packages to the Grants.gov webpage; in an effort to assist, we offer the following guidance:

As the applicant, if you are able to provide documented technical difficulties (i.e. ticket numbers assigned) with Grants.gov and have made all attempts to submit online, yet are unable to do so through no fault of your own, post will consider emailed applications.

The deadline for submitting your complete package with all supporting documentation remains before midnight May 6, 2016.

The U.S. Embassy in Belmopan, Belize announces a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen citizen security by focusing on job creation and providing alternative activities and better education for youth at higher risk of gang affiliation and/or engaging in criminal activity. Project proposals should address the underlying factors of crime and violence in Belize, and provide at-risk youth with educational and economic opportunities.Applicants should address at least one of the following project objectives:• Providing job creation opportunities for youth and marginalized communities as an alternative to crime and violence. • Providing youth and marginalized communities with productive alternative activities that increase education and leadership opportunities. • Improving the educational quality or curriculum for high school youth in Belize, especially those in underserved communities, with a goal of reducing drop-out rates.Eligible organizations interested in submitting an application are encouraged to read this NOFO thoroughly to understand the type of project sought and the application submission requirements and evaluation process.For further information, please contact:U.S. Embassy Belmopan; BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov; +501.822.4011 x4306

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Grants Unit

Political Economic Section

Phone 501.822.4011
Email:BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
Update regarding applicants experiencing technical issues with grants.gov. May 06, 2016
Added May 06, 2016
Minor Edits Apr 07, 2016
Minor Edits Mar 17, 2016
Mar 17, 2016

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: BH200-16-GR-200-WHA-031716
Funding Opportunity Title: Job Creation and Alternative Activities for At-Risk Youth
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Community Development
Education
Employment, Labor and Training
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 4
Assistance Listings: 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas)
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 5
Posted Date: Mar 17, 2016
Last Updated Date: May 06, 2016
Original Closing Date for Applications: May 06, 2016
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 06, 2016
Archive Date: Jun 05, 2017
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,200,000
Award Ceiling: $400,000
Award Floor: $200,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Overseas-based NGOs and institutions of higher education, and public international organizations (PIOs). Belizean NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Belize
Description: UPDATE: We understand that some applicants have experienced technical issues uploading packages to the Grants.gov webpage; in an effort to assist, we offer the following guidance:

As the applicant, if you are able to provide documented technical difficulties (i.e. ticket numbers assigned) with Grants.gov and have made all attempts to submit online, yet are unable to do so through no fault of your own, post will consider emailed applications.

The deadline for submitting your complete package with all supporting documentation remains before midnight May 6, 2016.

The U.S. Embassy in Belmopan, Belize announces a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen citizen security by focusing on job creation and providing alternative activities and better education for youth at higher risk of gang affiliation and/or engaging in criminal activity. Project proposals should address the underlying factors of crime and violence in Belize, and provide at-risk youth with educational and economic opportunities.Applicants should address at least one of the following project objectives:• Providing job creation opportunities for youth and marginalized communities as an alternative to crime and violence. • Providing youth and marginalized communities with productive alternative activities that increase education and leadership opportunities. • Improving the educational quality or curriculum for high school youth in Belize, especially those in underserved communities, with a goal of reducing drop-out rates.Eligible organizations interested in submitting an application are encouraged to read this NOFO thoroughly to understand the type of project sought and the application submission requirements and evaluation process.For further information, please contact:U.S. Embassy Belmopan; BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov; +501.822.4011 x4306

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Grants Unit

Political Economic Section

Phone 501.822.4011
Email:BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: BH200-16-GR-200-WHA-031716
Funding Opportunity Title: Job Creation and Alternative Activities for At-Risk Youth
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Community Development
Education
Employment, Labor and Training
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 4
Assistance Listings: 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas)
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 4
Posted Date: May 06, 2016
Last Updated Date:
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 06, 2016
Archive Date: Jun 05, 2017
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,200,000
Award Ceiling: $400,000
Award Floor: $200,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Overseas-based NGOs and institutions of higher education, and public international organizations (PIOs). Belizean NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Belize
Description: The U.S. Embassy in Belmopan, Belize announces a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen citizen security by focusing on job creation and providing alternative activities and better education for youth at higher risk of gang affiliation and/or engaging in criminal activity. Project proposals should address the underlying factors of crime and violence in Belize, and provide at-risk youth with educational and economic opportunities.Applicants should address at least one of the following project objectives:• Providing job creation opportunities for youth and marginalized communities as an alternative to crime and violence. • Providing youth and marginalized communities with productive alternative activities that increase education and leadership opportunities. • Improving the educational quality or curriculum for high school youth in Belize, especially those in underserved communities, with a goal of reducing drop-out rates.Eligible organizations interested in submitting an application are encouraged to read this NOFO thoroughly to understand the type of project sought and the application submission requirements and evaluation process.For further information, please contact:U.S. Embassy Belmopan; BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov; +501.822.4011 x4306
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Grants Unit

Political Economic Section

Phone 501.822.4011
Email:BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: BH200-16-GR-200-WHA-031716
Funding Opportunity Title: Job Creation and Alternative Activities for At-Risk Youth
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Community Development
Education
Employment, Labor and Training
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 4
Assistance Listings: 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas)
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 3
Posted Date: Apr 07, 2016
Last Updated Date:
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 06, 2016
Archive Date: Jun 05, 2017
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,200,000
Award Ceiling: $400,000
Award Floor: $200,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Overseas-based NGOs and institutions of higher education. Belizean NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Belize
Description: The U.S. Embassy in Belmopan, Belize announces a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen citizen security by focusing on job creation and providing alternative activities and better education for youth at higher risk of gang affiliation and/or engaging in criminal activity. Project proposals should address the underlying factors of crime and violence in Belize, and provide at-risk youth with educational and economic opportunities.Applicants should address at least one of the following project objectives:• Providing job creation opportunities for youth and marginalized communities as an alternative to crime and violence. • Providing youth and marginalized communities with productive alternative activities that increase education and leadership opportunities. • Improving the educational quality or curriculum for high school youth in Belize, especially those in underserved communities, with a goal of reducing drop-out rates.Eligible organizations interested in submitting an application are encouraged to read this NOFO thoroughly to understand the type of project sought and the application submission requirements and evaluation process.For further information, please contact:U.S. Embassy Belmopan; BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov; +501.822.4011 x4306
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Grants Unit

Political Economic Section

Phone 501.822.4011
Email:BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: BH200-16-GR-200-WHA-031716
Funding Opportunity Title: Job Creation and Alternative Activities for At-Risk Youth
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Community Development
Education
Employment, Labor and Training
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 4
Assistance Listings: 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas)
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Mar 17, 2016
Last Updated Date:
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 06, 2016
Archive Date: Jun 05, 2016
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,200,000
Award Ceiling: $400,000
Award Floor: $200,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Overseas-based NGOs and institutions of higher educationBelizean NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Belize
Description: The U.S. Embassy in Belmopan, Belize announces a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen citizen security by focusing on job creation and providing alternative activities and better education for youth at higher risk of gang affiliation and/or engaging in criminal activity. Project proposals should address the underlying factors of crime and violence in Belize, and provide at-risk youth with educational and economic opportunities.Applicants should address at least one of the following project objectives:• Providing job creation opportunities for youth and marginalized communities as an alternative to crime and violence. • Providing youth and marginalized communities with productive alternative activities that increase education and leadership opportunities. • Improving the educational quality or curriculum for high school youth in Belize, especially those in underserved communities, with a goal of reducing drop-out rates.Eligible organizations interested in submitting an application are encouraged to read this NOFO thoroughly to understand the type of project sought and the application submission requirements and evaluation process.For further information, please contact:U.S. Embassy Belmopan; BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov; +501.822.4011 x4306
Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Grants Unit

Political Economic Section

Phone 501.822.4011
Email:BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: BH200-16-GR-200-WHA-031716
Funding Opportunity Title: Job Creation and Alternative Activities for At-Risk Youth
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Education
Employment, Labor and Training
Regional Development
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 4
Assistance Listings: 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas)
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 1
Posted Date: Mar 17, 2016
Last Updated Date:
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: May 06, 2016
Archive Date: Jun 05, 2016
Estimated Total Program Funding: $1,200,000
Award Ceiling: $400,000
Award Floor: $200,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Overseas-based NGOs and institutions of higher education

Belizean NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Belize
Description: The U.S. Embassy in Belmopan, Belize announces a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen citizen security by focusing on job creation and providing alternative activities and better education for youth at higher risk of gang affiliation and/or engaging in criminal activity. Project proposals should address the underlying factors of crime and violence in Belize, and provide at-risk youth with educational and economic opportunities.

Applicants should address at least one of the following project objectives:

• Providing job creation opportunities for youth and marginalized communities as an alternative to crime and violence.

• Providing youth and marginalized communities with productive alternative activities that increase education and leadership opportunities.

• Improving the educational quality or curriculum for high school youth in Belize, especially those in underserved communities, with a goal of reducing drop-out rates.

Eligible organizations interested in submitting an application are encouraged to read this NOFO thoroughly to understand the type of project sought and the application submission requirements and evaluation process.

For further information, please contact:
U.S. Embassy Belmopan; BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov; +501.822.4011 x4306

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Grants Unit

Political Economic Section

Phone 501.822.4011
Email:BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov

Folder 282305 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> Copy of Budget Template with instruction sheet.pdf

Folder 282305 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> belize nofo 2016 final version.pdf

Folder 282305 Other Supporting Documents-Questions and Answers -> 2016 CARSI ESF Q&As (FINAL) 4.14.16.pdf

Folder 282305 Other Supporting Documents-Questions and Answers -> carsi esf grant q&as (april 7).pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Grants Unit
Political Economic Section
Phone 501.822.4011
Email: BelmopanCARSIESF@state.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
19.750 BH200-16-GR-200-WHA-031716 Embassy Belmopan CARSI ESF – Job Creation and Alternative Activities for At-Risk Youth PKG00221688 Mar 17, 2016 May 06, 2016 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

282305 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf

282305 Budget-1.1.pdf

282305 Project-1.1.pdf

282305 SF424A-1.0.pdf

282305 SF424B-1.1.pdf

Optional forms

282305 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf

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