The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through its Bureau for Latin America (USAID/LAC), is offering a Cooperative Agreement for a three-year Civil Society program. This grant, officially named ‘Creating Networks Empowering Communities (CNECT),’ is specifically designed to strengthen and foster robust civil society networks within the Latin America and Cuba region. The primary purpose of this grant is to empower local communities by enhancing the capabilities and reach of civil society organizations, aiming for sustainable development, increased civic engagement, and democratic participation. Recipients of this agreement will be fully responsible for ensuring the achievement of the program’s detailed objectives and expected results, as authorized under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. This initiative underscores USAID/LAC’s commitment to supporting community-led efforts for lasting positive impact.
Opportunity ID: 55303
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USAID-W-OAA-GRO-LMA-10-00061 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | LAC/CUBA Civil Society: Creating Networks Empowering Communities (CNECT) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Civil Society and Democracy |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 18, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 07, 2010 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 19, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 22, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 18, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $3,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | non profits and institutions of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Agency for International Development |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), represented by the Bureau of Latin America USAID/LAC, is seeking applications for a Cooperative Agreement for funding a three-year Civil Society program entitled Creating Networks Empowering Communities (CNECT). The authority for this activity is found in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. The Recipient will be responsible for ensuring achievement of the program objectives. Please refer to the Program Description for a complete statement of goals and expected results. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Paul Burford
Contract Specialist Phone 202-712-4697 Email:pburford@usaid.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 07, 2010 | ||
| Jul 07, 2010 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USAID-W-OAA-GRO-LMA-10-00061 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | LAC/CUBA Civil Society: Creating Networks Empowering Communities (CNECT) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Civil Society and Democracy |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 18, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 07, 2010 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 19, 2010 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 22, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 18, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $3,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | non profits and institutions of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Agency for International Development |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), represented by the Bureau of Latin America USAID/LAC, is seeking applications for a Cooperative Agreement for funding a three-year Civil Society program entitled Creating Networks Empowering Communities (CNECT). The authority for this activity is found in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. The Recipient will be responsible for ensuring achievement of the program objectives. Please refer to the Program Description for a complete statement of goals and expected results. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Paul Burford
Contract Specialist Phone 202-712-4697 Email:pburford@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USAID-W-OAA-GRO-LMA-10-00061 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | LAC/CUBA Civil Society: Creating Networks Empowering Communities (CNECT) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Civil Society and Democracy |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 07, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 19, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 18, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $3,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | non profits and institutions of higher education |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Agency for International Development |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), represented by the Bureau of Latin America USAID/LAC, is seeking applications for a Cooperative Agreement for funding a three-year Civil Society program entitled Creating Networks Empowering Communities (CNECT). The authority for this activity is found in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. The Recipient will be responsible for ensuring achievement of the program objectives. Please refer to the Program Description for a complete statement of goals and expected results. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Paul Burford
Contract Specialist Phone 202-712-4697 Email:pburford@usaid.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 55303 Full Announcement-1 -> civil society rfa june 2010.pdf
Folder 55303 Other Supporting Documents-Amendment to Solicitation 1 -> amendment no.1 usiad-w-gro-lma-10-00061.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Paul Burford Contract Specialist Phone 202-712-4697 Email: pburford@usaid.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98.001 | PKG00019305 | Jun 18, 2010 | Jul 22, 2010 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
55303 SF424_Mandatory-1.1.pdf
55303 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
55303 SF424A-1.0.pdf
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