FY 2008 Funding Opportunity Announcement for PRM Programs that Target Prevention of and Response to Gender-Based Violence (GBV)

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	Federal Grant Title:	FY 2008 Funding Opportunity Announcement for PRM Programs that Target Prevention of and Response to Gender-Based Violence (GBV)
	CFDA Number:	19.522
	CFDA Description:	Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Strategic Global Priorities
	Federal Agency Name:	Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration
	Category of Funding Activity:	Other
	Category Explanation:	Prevention of and response to gender-based violence among PRM beneficiary populations. Responses from International Organizations to this announcement will be subject to established PRM authorities and procedures for voluntary contributions to International Organizations.
	Opportunity Category:	Discretionary
	Funding Opportunity Number:	PRM-SGP-08-CA-001-GL-032708
	Document Type:	Grants Notice
	Funding Instrument Type:	Cooperative Agreement
	Posted Date:	Mar 27, 2008
	Creation Date:	Mar 27, 2008
	Original Closing Date for Applications:	Apr 30, 2008
	Current Closing Date for Applications:	Apr 30, 2008
	Archive Date:	May 30, 2008
	Expected Number of Awards:	Information not provided
	Estimated Total Program Funding:	Information not provided
	Federal Grant Award Ceiling:	$400,000
	Federal Grant Award Floor:	$100,000
	Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:	No

Applicants Eligible for this Grant: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: (1) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with IRS, other than institutions of higher education; and (2) International Organizations.
Grant Description: Limited funding is available through the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) to support overseas assistance programs to address gender-based violence (GBV), including sexual abuse and exploitation, amongst refugees and refugee returnees, in a manner that respects the dignity of the individual and culture in which s/he lives. Applicants should bear in mind that PRM's central mandate is to provide assistance to refugees and returnees. Priority activities, countries, and populations are included in the full announcement. While other vulnerable populations are also of vital concern, applicants must clearly show how they are benefiting PRM's primary target population. Please read the guidelines carefully. Proposals that do not meet the requirements outlined in these guidelines will not be considered. Priority will be given to proposals from organizations that can demonstrate: (1) A proven track record in providing assistance in dealing with prevention and response to GBV and an established presence in the countries for which they are submitting proposals; (2) Appropriate targeting of beneficiaries in coordination with UNHCR and other relevant organizations, as well as the relevant government(s);(3) A working relationship with UNHCR and 2008 UNHCR funding and/or support for the proposed activities and/or overall country program; and(4) Evidence of coordination with development organizations, when applicable, and a well-developed transition strategy.
Link to Full Grant Announcement: http://www.state.gov/g/prm/fund/announcements/102728.htm
Grant Announcement Contact: Shanna Devoy Program Analyst Phone 202 663-1476
[devoysk@state.gov]
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