Capacity Development Concept Note Information Session Q&A.pdf

FY 2023 Request for Concept Notes on Capacity Development and Strengthening of Domestic Refugee Resettlement

Information Session Questions and Answers

June 16, 2022, 2:00PM – 3:00PM EDT

Is data collection in one of the funding areas fundable?

• Data collection certainly falls under the umbrella of the four capacity building areas, especially #4. Depending on what data the applicant would like to collect, the impact of the data collection, and the deliverables, that concept note proposal may be considered.

Can research into process building for these funding areas be considered? For example, could applicants propose a concept note for a system or portal based on the data collected in order to target challenges and barriers related to community partners/engagement strategies, housing, etc.?

• While research is certainly helpful, we encourage applicants to submit concept notes that include concrete, impactful technical assistance or projects.

Who are the beneficiaries of the projects? Established RAs or community partners?

• The grantees for technical assistance or specialized projects are not necessarily limited to existing resettlement agencies. Information is provided in the NOFO regarding applicant information. The ultimate beneficiaries are refugee/SIV populations.

Would it be possible to propose renovation of refugee housing?

• We encourage applicants to propose projects that are scalable on a regional or national level.

Can university faculty apply for any of the capacity areas?

• Yes, The NOFO is open to applicants that meet the following criteria:

a. Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with IRS;

b. Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status with IRS;

c. Private institutions of higher education; and

d. Public and State-controlled institutions of higher education.

Capacity development areas 1, 2, and 4 are open to all eligible applicants as specified above.

Capacity building area #3 is limited to an existing Reception & Placement (R&P) resettlement agency.

Can you share how many new organizations applied to administer R&P to give a sense of scope for area #3?

• At this time, PRM cannot share how many new organizations applied to be a resettlement agency.

What do you think would be the deliverable for capacity building area #4?

• The concept note process is intended to solicit innovative solutions, deliverables, and technical assistance projects. PRM is open to the ideas applicants may have and have offered some ideas under capacity building area #4 that would help contextualize a project.