Mexico's Reduces Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation

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	Federal Grant Title:	Mexico's Reduces Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation
	CFDA Number:	98.001
	CFDA Description:	USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas
	Federal Agency Name:	El Salvador USAID San Salvador
	Category of Funding Activity:	Environment
	Category Explanation:	Information not provided
	Opportunity Category:	Discretionary
	Funding Opportunity Number:	RFA-523-11-000001
	Document Type:	Modification to Previous Grants Notice
	Funding Instrument Type:	Cooperative Agreement
	Posted Date:	Feb 14, 2011
	Creation Date:	Mar 08, 2011
	Original Closing Date for Applications:	Mar 31, 2011
	Current Closing Date for Applications:	Mar 31, 2011
	Archive Date:	Jul 01, 2011
	Expected Number of Awards:	1
	Estimated Total Program Funding:	30,000,000
	Federal Grant Award Ceiling:	30,000,000
	Federal Grant Award Floor:	25,000,000
	Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:	No

Applicants Eligible for this Grant: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"
Additional Information on Eligibility: The following list of potential partners is for illustrative purposes because our eligibility criteria are wide. We welcome other new types of partners. Potential partners include foundations, U.S. and non-U.S. NGOs, faith-based organizations, U.S. and non-U.S. private businesses, business and trade associations, international organizations, U.S. and non-U.S. colleges and universities, U.S. cities and states, other U.S. Government agencies, civic groups, other donor governments, host country governments, regional organizations, host country parastatals, philanthropic leaders including venture capitalists, public figures, advocacy groups, pension funds and employee-welfare plans, etc. It is important to note that NGOs do not need to be registered Private Voluntary Organizations to submit an application. Potential for-profit applicants should note that USAID policy prohibits the payment of fee/profit to the prime recipient under assistance instruments. Forgone profit does not qualify as cost-sharing or leveraging. In addition, all prospective partners must be organizations with a reputation for integrity and the highest standard of conduct, and a proven track record in their particular areas of expertise. They should be able to demonstrate a respect for human rights, gender sensitivity, integration of people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, decent work conditions, environmental protection, and community involvement in their operational practices. They should also be able to provide evidence of a strong commitment to the proposed alliance and, ideally, experience in working in partnership with others.
Grant Description: USAID/Mexico seeks to initiate a new five-year project that will pursue the goal of Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) in Mexico. The purpose of this USAID effort is to assist Mexico in establishing and/or fortifying policies related to REDD+, building institutional and technical capacity, and creating the financial architecture necessary to support the sustainable implementation of REDD+.
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Grant Announcement Contact: Ileana Parraga Acq. & Assistance Specialist Phone 503-25013327

iparraga@usaid.gov [iparraga@usaid.gov]
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