The U.S. Embassy’s Public Affairs Section in Managua offers the Small Grants Program to individuals and organizations in the U.S. and Nicaragua. This grant supports projects that empower Nicaraguans through education and entrepreneurship. The program does not fund political, religious, charitable, or commercial activities, among others, and evaluates proposals based on program quality, objectives, evaluation, and budget justification. Applicants must submit required forms via email before the deadline on Jul 15, 2019. Recipient cost-share is encouraged but not mandatory. Eligible forms and instructions are available online, and no pre-consultations are provided. State Department officials will not discuss applications until after the review process is complete.
Opportunity ID: 316197
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SNU700-FY19-PAS-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Managua Annual Program Statement – PAS Small Grants Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | The opportunity categories will include: grants, cooperative agreements and fixed amount awards (FAA), and awards to individuals. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Strengthen democratic institutions, support good governance, advance human rights, and advance press freedom. Promote women’s empowerment and/or prevent gender based violence. Improve instruction and academic achievement in English language proficiency and/or science, technology, environment, architecture/art, and math (STEAM). Strengthen entrepreneurship and economic development, and expand access among minority communities, women, and disadvantaged communities. Create a greater understanding of the U.S policy, best practices, and culture. Engage alumni of U.S. sponsored exchange programs. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | May 21, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 22, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 15, 2019 Submit complete application package to PASManagua@state.gov only. It is required to submit the full application package. No application package will be accepted after July 15, 2019. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 15, 2019 Submit complete application package to PASManagua@state.gov only. It is required to submit the full application package. No application package will be accepted after July 15, 2019. |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants for this Annual Program Statement are: US and Nicaraguan individuals and non-profit and non-governmental organizations with legal status. All awards are subject to funds availability. Recipient cost-share is encouraged, but is not required. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Nicaragua |
| Description: | The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section – Small Grants Program award grants to U.S. and Nicaraguan individuals and non-profit and non-governmental organizations with legal status to support innovative projects focused on empowering Nicaraguans through educational and entrepreneurial opportunities. The Small Grants Program cannot fund the following activities: projects supporting primarily partisan political or religious activity; international air travel unless essential to the goal of the project; humanitarian or charitable activities; for-profit, commercial or trade activities; fundraising campaigns; scientific research; institutional development per se or support of an organization; activities that duplicate existing projects; construction and infrastructure; vehicles; salaries as the main purpose of the grant; refreshments as the main element of the grant. The PAS Small Grants Program will evaluate and score proposals according to the following criteria: 1. Quality of the program. 2. Ability to achieve program objectives. 3. Project evaluation. 4. Budget and narrative justification. All awards are subject to funds availability. Recipient cost-share is encourage, but is not required. To apply, please complete all the required forms and submit them via e-mail to PASManagua@state.gov and write “Grant Application” in the subject line. Applicants can find the required forms for this funding opportunity under Related Documents and Package tabs. The application package must have: 1. Proposal form. 2. Application form for Federal Assistance (SF-424 for organizations or SF-424i for individuals). 3. Detailed budget (the budget narrative, the SF-424A form, and the SF-424B form for organizations that have not registered in SAMS.gov and have not completed their online representations and certifications since February 2, 2019). 4. For organizations, proof of online registrations in the DUNS, NCAGE, and SAM.gov systems. All organizations must update their online registrations every year. No fees are involved. 5. Key contact form and CVs. 6. The SF-LLL Disclosure of Lobbying Activities form. The SF-LLL form applies to U.S. organizations and citizens engage in lobby activities only. Please submit your applications in PDF, WORD, EXCEL or JPG formats. The Embassy cannot receive e-mails with zipped attachments that contain WinZip or WinRAR extensions. We do not provide any pre-consultation for application related questions that are addressed in the Annual Program Statement. Once an application has been submitted, State Department officials and staff may not discuss this competition with applicants until the entire proposal review process is completed. |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://ni.usembassy.gov/embassy/managua/grants/ |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Affairs Section, Phone 505 2252 7100, ext: 7833.
Email:PASManagua@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Update post date. | May 22, 2019 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SNU700-FY19-PAS-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Managua Annual Program Statement – PAS Small Grants Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | The opportunity categories will include: grants, cooperative agreements and fixed amount awards (FAA), and awards to individuals. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Strengthen democratic institutions, support good governance, advance human rights, and advance press freedom. Promote women’s empowerment and/or prevent gender based violence. Improve instruction and academic achievement in English language proficiency and/or science, technology, environment, architecture/art, and math (STEAM). Strengthen entrepreneurship and economic development, and expand access among minority communities, women, and disadvantaged communities. Create a greater understanding of the U.S policy, best practices, and culture. Engage alumni of U.S. sponsored exchange programs. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | May 21, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 22, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 15, 2019 Submit complete application package to PASManagua@state.gov only. It is required to submit the full application package. No application package will be accepted after July 15, 2019. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 15, 2019 Submit complete application package to PASManagua@state.gov only. It is required to submit the full application package. No application package will be accepted after July 15, 2019. |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible applicants for this Annual Program Statement are: US and Nicaraguan individuals and non-profit and non-governmental organizations with legal status. All awards are subject to funds availability. Recipient cost-share is encouraged, but is not required. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Nicaragua |
| Description: | The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section – Small Grants Program award grants to U.S. and Nicaraguan individuals and non-profit and non-governmental organizations with legal status to support innovative projects focused on empowering Nicaraguans through educational and entrepreneurial opportunities. The Small Grants Program cannot fund the following activities: projects supporting primarily partisan political or religious activity; international air travel unless essential to the goal of the project; humanitarian or charitable activities; for-profit, commercial or trade activities; fundraising campaigns; scientific research; institutional development per se or support of an organization; activities that duplicate existing projects; construction and infrastructure; vehicles; salaries as the main purpose of the grant; refreshments as the main element of the grant. The PAS Small Grants Program will evaluate and score proposals according to the following criteria: 1. Quality of the program. 2. Ability to achieve program objectives. 3. Project evaluation. 4. Budget and narrative justification. All awards are subject to funds availability. Recipient cost-share is encourage, but is not required. To apply, please complete all the required forms and submit them via e-mail to PASManagua@state.gov and write “Grant Application” in the subject line. Applicants can find the required forms for this funding opportunity under Related Documents and Package tabs. The application package must have: 1. Proposal form. 2. Application form for Federal Assistance (SF-424 for organizations or SF-424i for individuals). 3. Detailed budget (the budget narrative, the SF-424A form, and the SF-424B form for organizations that have not registered in SAMS.gov and have not completed their online representations and certifications since February 2, 2019). 4. For organizations, proof of online registrations in the DUNS, NCAGE, and SAM.gov systems. All organizations must update their online registrations every year. No fees are involved. 5. Key contact form and CVs. 6. The SF-LLL Disclosure of Lobbying Activities form. The SF-LLL form applies to U.S. organizations and citizens engage in lobby activities only. Please submit your applications in PDF, WORD, EXCEL or JPG formats. The Embassy cannot receive e-mails with zipped attachments that contain WinZip or WinRAR extensions. We do not provide any pre-consultation for application related questions that are addressed in the Annual Program Statement. Once an application has been submitted, State Department officials and staff may not discuss this competition with applicants until the entire proposal review process is completed. |
| Link to Additional Information: | https://ni.usembassy.gov/embassy/managua/grants/ |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Affairs Section, Phone 505 2252 7100, ext: 7833.
Email:PASManagua@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Individuals -> Proposal Guidelines.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Individuals -> SF LLL – Instructions.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Individuals -> Proposal Form.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Individuals -> Key Contacts_ Instructions.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Individuals -> BUDGET NARRATIVE guidelines.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Individuals -> SF 424A – Instructions.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Individuals -> Instructions for Application for Federal Assistance for Individuals.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Organizations -> SAM_Entity_Administrator_Letter_Template1_For US Entity.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Organizations -> Proposal Guidelines.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Organizations -> SF LLL – Instructions.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Organizations -> Instructions for Application for Federal Assistance for Organizations.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Organizations -> Proposal Form.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Organizations -> Key Contacts_ Instructions.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Organizations -> SAM_Entity_Administrator_Letter_Template3_International_No_Banking_Info.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Organizations -> BUDGET NARRATIVE guidelines.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Organizations -> SF 424B – Instructions.pdf
Folder 316197 Full Announcement-Forms for Organizations -> SF 424A – Instructions.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Public Affairs Section, Phone 505 2252 7100, ext: 7833. Email: PASManagua@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.040 | 316197 | PAS Small Grants Program FY19 | PKG00251186 | May 23, 2019 | Jul 15, 2019 | View |
| 19.040 | PKG00251203 | May 23, 2019 | Jul 15, 2019 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
316197 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
316197 SF424A-1.0.pdf
316197 SF424B-1.1.pdf
316197 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf
Package 2
Mandatory forms
316197 SF424_Individual_1_1-1.1.pdf
316197 SF424A-1.0.pdf
316197 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf
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