Annual Program Statement, Public Affairs, U.S. Embassy San Salvador
The U.S. Embassy San Salvador, Public Affairs Section, is seeking proposals for projects throughout the fiscal year (beginning October 1, 2015) that strengthen educational exchange; improve the teaching and learning of the English language; support the rule of law; professionalize the media; promote freedom of expression; reduce violence; empower women and youth; promote social inclusion and tolerance of underserved communities, such as LGBTI, disabled persons and minority ethnic groups; and encourage entrepreneurship, economic growth and sustainable environmental practices. Eligibility is limited to organizations that qualify to receive U.S. grants, and have the ability to develop and implement projects in El Salvador. The applicants should have demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following subject areas: people-to-people exchanges, cultural or academic programming, international cooperation, and institution-to-institution partnership.
General information about this opportunity
Last Known Status
Active
Program Number
DOS-SLV-FY16
Federal Agency/Office
Agency: Department of State
Office: U.S. Mission to El Salvador
Type(s) of Assistance Offered
Grant
Other Categories
Education, rule of law, media, freedom of expression, security, youth, social inclusion, entrepreneurship, economic growth, environment.
Who is eligible to apply/benefit from this assistance?
Applicant Eligibility
1.Non-profit: The U.S. Embassy will accept applications from non-governmental organizations, and other legally recognized non-profit institutions in El Salvador, including governmental institutions. Commercial entities are ineligible. 2.Unique Entity Identifier (UEI): A UEI must be attained by the applicant prior to application submission. Please follow instructions to this link to obtain a UEI: http://www.dnb.com/get-a-duns-number.html. If you need further assistance, write to govt@dnb.com 3. SAM registration: Organizations must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) www.sam.gov. It can take several weeks to get the required registration number. 4.Equal opportunity: Organizations must have a commitment to equal opportunity employment practices and to non-discrimination practices to beneficiaries, without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender or political affiliation. 5.Additional requirement may apply.
What is the process for applying and being award this assistance?
Application Procedure
Proposals will be considered anytime between Oct. 1, 2015, and the close of business on Aug. 15, 2016. Projects must begin before Sept. 30, 2016.
Deadlines
08/15/2016
Other Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
This program does not have cost sharing or matching requirements.
Who do I contact about this opportunity?
Headquarters Office
Brent Israelsen
CAO
Website Address
http://sansalvador.usembassy.gov/funding_opportunities.html
E-mail Address
SanSalvador-Grants@state.gov
Financial Information
Obligations
$0.00
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Awards range from $10,000.00 to $30,000.00
