FY 2025 Request for Concept Notes for NGO Programs Benefitting Refugees in Ethiopia, Kenya, and South Sudan

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Opportunity number
DFOP0017037
Agency
Applications due
Award size
$500,000 to $5,000,000

Opportunity facts

Funding instrument
Cooperative Agreement
Category
  • Other
Eligible applicants
Not on record
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About this opportunity

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM) is seeking concept notes for humanitarian assistance programs benefiting refugees in Ethiopia, Kenya, and South Sudan. The funding will support activities across sectors such as education, health, protection, and WASH, with a focus on targeting at least 50% refugees or returnees as participants. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based and overseas non-profit organizations, as well as international organizations. Concept notes must be submitted by January 17, 2025, followed by full proposals from selected organizations. The solicitation process is two-fold, with the final funding amounts to be determined based on the applications received and available appropriations.

The anticipated funding amounts per award will range from $500,000 to $2-5 million per year, depending on the country and program type. PRM anticipates selecting up to 10 awards in Ethiopia, 6 in Kenya, and 9 in South Sudan, with program performance periods of 12-24 months. The anticipated program start date is August/September 2025, and the funding opportunity is part of the Overseas Refugee Assistance Programs for Africa under CFDA 19.517.

Synopsis

The Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM) seeks concept notes for humanitarian assistance activities in Ethiopia, Kenya and South Sudan, focusing on various sectors such as education, health, protection and WASH. This document outlines the eligibility criteria, program sectors for each country, and application process for interested organizations. Concept notes must target at least 50 percent of their participants as refugees or returnees and should incorporate protection activities across all sectors. The solicitation process is two fold: submission of concept notes followed by full proposals for selected organizations. Separate concept notes must be submitted for each country program. The amount of funding available per award will be determined based on applications received and appropriations made available. Eligible applicants include U.S. based and overseas based non profits with proof of non profit status, and international organizations.

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