Opportunity Information: Apply for DFOP0016673
The U.S. Department of State, through the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL), is offering a discretionary grant opportunity titled "DRL Supporting Civic Oversight of the Security Sector in Ukraine" (Funding Opportunity Number DFOP0016673). The core purpose of the funding is to strengthen civil society-led efforts that monitor, evaluate, and influence how Ukraine's security sector operates, with a focus on effective civic oversight of the Government of Ukraine's armed forces, security services, and law enforcement. In practical terms, the opportunity is aimed at projects that help civilian actors (such as NGOs and other independent oversight voices) engage more effectively in transparency, accountability, and rights-respecting governance of security institutions, especially in a context where wartime and security pressures can limit public scrutiny.
This competition is open to a broad range of applicant types. DRL explicitly welcomes applications from both U.S.-based and non-U.S.-based organizations, including non-profit organizations and nongovernmental organizations, public international organizations, and institutions of higher education (whether private, public, or state). For-profit organizations and businesses may also apply, although DRL notes a preference for working with non-profit entities and indicates that for-profits would generally be considered when they are uniquely well-suited to deliver the proposed work. The award will be made in the form of a grant, and the activity category is listed as "Other," reflecting that the program is centered on governance, oversight, and civil society capacity rather than a narrow technical sector.
Financially, the opportunity lists an award ceiling of USD 789,343 and anticipates making one award. The CFDA (Assistance Listing) number associated with the program is 19.345. The opportunity was created on June 11, 2024, and the original application closing date is July 19, 2024. Overall, the program is designed for a single implementer to deliver a focused set of activities that materially improves the ability of Ukrainian civil society to provide oversight of security-related institutions, aligning with DRL's broader mandate to advance democratic governance, human rights, and accountability.Apply for DFOP0016673
- The Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "DRL Supporting Civic Oversight of the Security Sector in Ukraine" 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 2024-06-11.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-07-19. (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 $789,343.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "DRL Supporting Civic Oversight of the Security Sector in Ukraine."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DFOP0016673.
Which U.S. government agency is offering this grant?
The grant is offered by the U.S. Department of State through the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL).
What is the core purpose of the funding?
The core purpose is to strengthen civil society-led efforts to monitor, evaluate, and influence how Ukraine's security sector operates, with an emphasis on effective civic oversight of the Government of Ukraine's armed forces, security services, and law enforcement.
What kinds of activities is the program trying to support?
Based on the description provided, the program supports projects that help civilian actors such as NGOs and other independent oversight voices engage more effectively in transparency, accountability, and rights-respecting governance of security institutions, particularly in a wartime environment where public scrutiny may be constrained.
Which parts of Ukraine's security sector are in scope?
The opportunity focuses on civic oversight of the Government of Ukraine's armed forces, security services, and law enforcement.
Who is the intended beneficiary or target audience for project activities?
The intended focus is on strengthening Ukrainian civil society capacity and civil society-led oversight efforts related to security-sector governance.
Is this opportunity open to U.S.-based applicants only?
No. DRL explicitly welcomes applications from both U.S.-based and non-U.S.-based organizations.
What types of organizations are eligible to apply?
The competition is open to a broad range of applicants, including non-profit organizations and nongovernmental organizations, public international organizations, and institutions of higher education (private, public, or state).
Can for-profit organizations apply?
Yes. For-profit organizations and businesses may apply, but DRL indicates a preference for working with non-profit entities and notes that for-profits would generally be considered when they are uniquely well-suited to deliver the proposed work.
What type of award will be made?
The award will be made in the form of a grant.
What is the program's activity category?
The activity category is listed as "Other," reflecting a focus on governance, oversight, and civil society capacity rather than a narrow technical sector.
What is the award ceiling?
The award ceiling is USD 789,343.
How many awards does DRL anticipate making?
The opportunity anticipates making one award.
What is the Assistance Listing (CFDA) number for this opportunity?
The Assistance Listing (CFDA) number associated with the program is 19.345.
When was this funding opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on June 11, 2024.
What is the application closing date?
The original application closing date is July 19, 2024.
What does it mean that the program is designed for a single implementer?
It means DRL anticipates making one award and selecting one primary implementer to deliver a focused set of activities under this opportunity.
How does this opportunity align with DRL's broader priorities?
It aligns with DRL's mandate to advance democratic governance, human rights, and accountability, specifically by improving the ability of civil society to oversee security-related institutions in Ukraine.
Does the description indicate why civic oversight is emphasized in this context?
Yes. The description highlights that wartime and security pressures can limit public scrutiny, increasing the importance of transparency, accountability, and rights-respecting governance of security institutions.
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