Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0006362
The grant opportunity titled "DRL FY19 IRF NEA and/or SCA IRF Roundtable Dialogue Mechanism" (Funding Opportunity Number SFOP0006362) is a U.S. Department of State program administered by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL). It was released as an open, competitive funding opportunity for a single project intended to advance and support religious freedom globally, with a specific focus implied by the title on engagement in the Near East Asia (NEA) and/or South and Central Asia (SCA) regions through a "roundtable dialogue mechanism." In practical terms, this suggests support for structured convenings or facilitated dialogue formats that bring relevant stakeholders together to discuss, address, and potentially reduce religious freedom-related challenges, though the notice summary provided does not list the exact target countries or thematic sub-priorities beyond the global religious freedom framing.
This opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding and uses a cooperative agreement as the award instrument. A cooperative agreement generally indicates that the U.S. government expects to have substantial involvement during the period of performance, such as collaborating on program design details, reviewing key deliverables, coordinating on convenings, or otherwise engaging more actively than it typically would under a standard grant. The funding activity category is listed as "Other" with a note to see an explanatory text field for clarification, indicating the project may not fit neatly into a single standard category like education or health and instead is aligned with governance, rights, or policy dialogue activities connected to religious freedom.
The maximum possible funding for the award (the ceiling) is $600,000, and the Department of State anticipated making one award under this competition. The opportunity was created on January 15, 2020, and originally closed on March 3, 2020. The CFDA number associated with the program is 19.345, which corresponds to State Department assistance programming in democracy, human rights, and labor-related areas, and helps applicants and auditors track the federal assistance stream tied to the project.
Eligibility is broadly indicated as "Others," with the notice pointing to an additional eligibility information field for specifics. Based on typical DRL funding structures, this category can include a range of non-federal entities such as non-profit organizations, non-governmental organizations, and potentially certain educational or research institutions, but the precise eligible applicant types and any restrictions (for example, regarding domestic versus foreign organizations, prior experience requirements, or cost-sharing expectations) are not included in the excerpt provided. Overall, the purpose is clear: DRL sought one implementing partner to develop and operate a roundtable-style dialogue mechanism intended to strengthen religious freedom outcomes, likely by convening affected communities, civil society, faith actors, and other stakeholders to address problems, share practices, and support the broader goal of protecting freedom of religion or belief.Apply for SFOP0006362
- The Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "DRL FY19 IRF NEA and/or SCA IRF Roundtable Dialogue Mechanism" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.345.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 15, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 03, 2020. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $600,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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FAQs: DRL FY19 IRF NEA and/or SCA IRF Roundtable Dialogue Mechanism (SFOP0006362)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "DRL FY19 IRF NEA and/or SCA IRF Roundtable Dialogue Mechanism."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SFOP0006362.
Which U.S. government agency is offering this funding?
This funding opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of State.
Which bureau administers the program?
The program is administered by the Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL).
Is this an open and competitive opportunity?
Yes. It was released as an open, competitive funding opportunity.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The purpose is to advance and support religious freedom globally by developing and operating a "roundtable dialogue mechanism" intended to strengthen religious freedom outcomes.
What does "IRF" refer to in this opportunity?
Based on the title and summary, IRF refers to International Religious Freedom (i.e., work connected to freedom of religion or belief).
What regions are referenced by "NEA" and "SCA"?
The title references engagement in NEA (Near East Asia) and/or SCA (South and Central Asia). The excerpt does not list specific countries.
Does the summary identify specific target countries?
No. The notice summary provided does not list exact target countries, beyond the regional focus implied by NEA and/or SCA and the broader global religious freedom framing.
What is meant by a "roundtable dialogue mechanism" in practical terms?
Based on the description provided, it suggests structured convenings or facilitated dialogue formats that bring relevant stakeholders together to discuss religious freedom-related challenges and potentially identify ways to address or reduce those challenges. The excerpt does not provide a required format or model beyond that general concept.
What types of activities might this project support?
The description implies activities centered on dialogue and convening, such as facilitated roundtables that bring together affected communities, civil society, faith actors, and other stakeholders to discuss problems, share practices, and support freedom of religion or belief. Specific activity requirements are not included in the excerpt.
How many awards did the Department of State expect to make under this competition?
The Department of State anticipated making one award.
What is the maximum funding amount available (award ceiling)?
The maximum possible funding (the ceiling) is $600,000.
What type of funding is this categorized as?
This opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding.
What is the award instrument for this opportunity?
The award instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement generally indicates the U.S. government expects substantial involvement during the period of performance, such as collaborating on program design details, reviewing key deliverables, coordinating on convenings, or otherwise engaging more actively than under a standard grant.
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other," with a note indicating that an explanatory text field should be consulted for clarification. The excerpt suggests the work aligns with governance, rights, or policy dialogue activities connected to religious freedom.
When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on January 15, 2020.
When did the opportunity close?
The opportunity originally closed on March 3, 2020.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 19.345.
What does CFDA 19.345 indicate?
CFDA 19.345 corresponds to Department of State assistance programming in democracy, human rights, and labor-related areas, and is used to help track the federal assistance stream associated with the project.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broadly indicated as "Others," with the notice pointing to an additional eligibility information field for specifics. The excerpt does not list the precise eligible applicant types or any restrictions.
Does the excerpt specify whether applicants must be U.S.-based or may be foreign organizations?
No. The excerpt does not specify whether eligibility is limited to domestic organizations or includes foreign organizations.
Does the excerpt mention cost sharing or matching requirements?
No. The excerpt does not mention any cost-sharing or matching requirements.
Does the excerpt describe thematic sub-priorities beyond religious freedom?
No. Beyond the global religious freedom framing and the implied NEA and/or SCA focus, the excerpt does not list additional thematic sub-priorities.
What kind of implementing partner was DRL seeking?
DRL sought one implementing partner to develop and operate a roundtable-style dialogue mechanism intended to strengthen religious freedom outcomes. The excerpt does not specify additional partner qualifications.
Does the excerpt describe required deliverables or reporting?
No. While it notes that a cooperative agreement often involves government engagement on deliverables, the excerpt does not list specific deliverables, reporting requirements, or performance measures.
Does the excerpt provide details on the application process?
No. The excerpt does not include application submission instructions, required forms, or evaluation criteria.
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