Application Checklist for Individuals.pdf

The document is an Application Checklist for a federal grant opportunity focused on improving journalist safety when reporting on organized crime in Costa Rica. The grant, administered by the U.S. Department of State's Public Diplomacy Programs (CFDA 19.040), seeks to fund a nonprofit organization to train journalists, provide protective equipment, and enhance communication between journalists and local law enforcement. Key application requirements include submission of multiple documents such as a Statement of Interest, Proposal sections (Problem Statement, Goals and Objectives, Activities), Budget Justification Narrative, and standard federal forms like SF-424.

The grant aims to support safer crime reporting by training at least 40 journalists, holding 10 joint events with police, and increasing reporting in previously silent areas. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, think tanks, civil society organizations, individuals, public international organizations, and governmental institutions. Project performance is expected to be completed within 12 months, with potential for continuation grants based on satisfactory progress. Applicants must submit their completed application via grants.gov, and organizations are required to have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov registration, while individual applicants are exempt from these requirements.