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The purpose of the new RLG activity is to support LEGI in improving its planning and responsiveness to the concerns and public and private service delivery needs of their communities, making sure no group is excluded. With the new LG activity, USAID will support an inclusive and localized approach to ensure citizen accountability. Activity Goal: More effective and responsive local governance and practices. Activity Objective: To develop LEGIs as an effective, responsive, inclusive, and accountable institution to address social issues and provide quality basic services to the most marginalized. Intermediate Result-1: Strengthened LEGI capacity to be more transparent and accountable to the community and to monitor the quality of public and private services: Under this IR, the RLG activity will develop tools and practices that enable local systems to become more accountable, gender-sensitive, effective, and responsive institutions. For sustainability, RLG will work closely with the National Institution of Local Government (NILG) to incorporate successful training interventions in their curriculum (more will be explored in the LG Assessment for sustainability). Under this IR, the activity will support policy advocacy by LEGIs to encourage the national government to adopt legal and policy reforms to expand roles, authorities, and resource allocations for local governments so that they can improve service delivery by the cognizant offices. RLG will make efforts to promote e-governance practices within the LEGI and also to make them instrumental for overall e-governance practices at the community level. Through this IR, USAID intends to work with relevant local government actors to refine and institutionalize participatory practices in annual planning and budgeting for their areas. Intermediate Result-2: Improved civil society, community-based organization, and citizen participation in local decision-making and in monitoring public service delivery, including those contracted out to the private sector: This IR will work on citizen participation in local decision-making by developing Citizens Forums, including training and technical assistance to enhance the forums ability to play an effective and active role in public management oversight. The training will include immediate and ongoing opportunities over an extended period of time for participants to practice and apply their new knowledge, skills, and tools to their participation in local governance, with accompanying coaching by the RLG activity. The LG Assessment will explore existing Citizen Forums at the community level and recommend if those can be included in the RLG activity. Through the existing forums or new forums, the activity will prepare the community to participate in the annual planning and budget session and at the same time strengthen their advocacy capacity for better services. Illustrative interventions: Intermediate Result-3: Strengthened LEGI-private-sector-civil society organization (CSO) coordination to improve the quality of public and private services: Coordination among central government (both field administration and service delivery offices), CSOs and the LEGIs are crucial to ensure optimal governance at the local level. Recent studies[1] indicate that NGOs have crucial roles in improving local governance, especially during the post-pandemic era. Both LEGIs and CSOs/CBOs work very closely with citizens and, with support, can form a tight alliance to advocate for better services for the community. In doing so, this activity will strongly encourage civil society and LEGI to partner with the private sector for improving service delivery.

The objective of the STEP-UP activity is to empower local organizations, businesses, and communities to participate in and guide their own development in conflict affected areas of Mozambique. USAID/Mozambique seeks to provide funding and capacity support to local businesses and CSOs through a partner managed grant-making mechanism. By providing businesses and CSOs with funds to implement economic, peace, and social development initiatives, the Activity will foster increased engagement and empowerment in terms of communities driving their own local development.

This grant provides funding to expand Community Support Team services for individuals in nine counties who are eligible for the Northwest Crisis Care System but currently lack financial support for mental health treatment.

This grant seeks to foster collaboration among private sector, civil society, and academia in Bosnia and Herzegovina to accelerate digital transformation and development in the country.

This opportunity seeks input from organizations in the Caribbean with proven experience in multi-country development initiatives to enhance regional innovation and locally-led partnerships across various sectors.

The purpose of this Amendment is to provide answers to the questions submitted by the interested applicants, and to provide specific changes that were made to the original RFA . All changes in the amended RFA are highlighted for ease of reference.Thank you for your interest in USAID programs.

This grant provides funding for collaborative research teams to advance the understanding and treatment of eye injuries and visual dysfunction caused by military-related exposures.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local organizations in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to lead initiatives that promote economic growth, education, citizen security, and governance, prioritizing community-driven solutions and inclusivity.

This award mechanism focuses on increasing implementation of evidence-based strategies to ensure that all Texans benefit from the cancer prevention knowledge that we currently have. CPRIT seeks to fund multilevel interventions to reduce cancer risk, disease burden, and cancer disparities. Modifiable risk behaviors include tobacco use, obesity, physical inactivity, unhealthy eating, alcohol use, sun exposure, HPV vaccination, Hepatitis B vaccination, and environmental/ occupational cancer exposures. Applications should also assess and address social determinants that contribute to cancer burden and disparities (e.g., cultural factors, unmet needs, access barriers). Interventions and communications should be structured to address the unique circumstances of the population to be served.

The Opioid Abatement Fund Council (OAFC) seeks to combat opioid overdoses in Texas by awarding funds to implement a statewide program that will distribute the opioid overdose reversal medication naloxone where it is needed most, and provide related training, including airway clearance techniques. The Texas Legislature created the OAFC in 2021 to ensure funds collected through lawsuits against pharmaceutical companies are used fairly and efficiently to combat the opioid crisis in Texas. The OAFC is made up of 13 appointed experts and the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) as the non-voting presiding officer.

This grant provides funding to organizations working in Ecuador to promote sustainable land use practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support local livelihoods in areas affected by deforestation and land degradation.

The DC Leading Educators toward Advanced Degrees (DC LEAD) Program, initiated by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), is a grant opportunity designed to enhance the capabilities of early childhood educators within the District. This program aims to equip these professionals with the necessary knowledge, skills, and credentials to effectively educate DC's youngest learners. The overarching goal is to significantly increase the number of highly prepared early childhood professionals in the District, thereby improving the quality of early childhood education. The primary beneficiaries of the DC LEAD Program are the early childhood educators in the District of Columbia. The program's impact goals are focused on empowering these educators through advanced degrees and specialized training, leading to a more skilled and credentialed early childhood workforce. The ultimate aim is to create a stronger educational foundation for young children in DC by ensuring they are taught by well-prepared professionals. The program prioritizes a competitive application process, inviting non-profit, for-profit, faith-based community organizations, and postsecondary education institutions to apply. Eligible applicants must demonstrate expertise in early childhood education (ECE), familiarity with existing scholarship programs in DC, and prior experience in financial management and monitoring of scholarships or other awards. OSSE encourages innovative strategies to achieve the program's objectives. The expected outcomes of the DC LEAD Program include an increase in the number of early childhood educators with advanced degrees and credentials, a higher standard of instruction for young learners, and a more robust early childhood education system in DC. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed beyond the increase in well-prepared professionals, the program's success will be evident through improved educator qualifications and, consequently, enhanced educational experiences for the District's youngest students. The total funding for this award period is approximately $4.5 million per grant period, with the possibility of multiple awards. The total award period is five years, contingent on fund availability and compliance.

This is a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) full package to solicit applications for one cooperative agreement from qualified entities to implement the Integrated Health Systems Strengthening (IHSS). Eligibility for this award is not restricted. The purpose of the Integrated Health System Strengthening (IHSS) program is to accelerate countries Health System Strengthening (HSS) efforts and achieve sustainable, equitable, and resilient health systems through locally-led, evidence-driven, and context-specific approaches to HSS. The primary goals are to advance primary health care (PHC), accelerate progress toward universal health coverage (UHC), and improve health outcomes. Investments in HSS help USAID reach its priority global health goals of preventing child and maternal deaths, controlling the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and combating infectious disease, which directly contributes to strengthening global health security. A strengthened and accessible health system is necessary to yield high-quality health services, which are essential for achieving sustainable improvements in health, promoting economic growth, and overall democratic development.Please find the entire full announcement in the "Related Documents" tab.Issue Date: May 07, 2024Q Due Date: May 21, 2024Closing Date: July 06, 2024Closing Time: 11:59 PM EST (Washington, DC)Amendment 1 with questions/answers has been added: May 31, 2024

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a cooperative agreement from qualified entities to implement the Ftifye Manje pou Ranfse Sante ("Strengthening Food to Boost Health#210;TIFYE). Eligibility for this award is not restricted. USAID intends to make an award to the applicant who best meets the objectives of this funding opportunity based on the merit review criteria described in this NOFO subject to a risk assessment. Eligible parties interested in submitting an application are encouraged to read this NOFO thoroughly to understand the type of program sought, application submission requirements and selection process.To be eligible for award, the applicant must provide all information as required in this NOFO and meet eligibility standards in Section C of this NOFO. This funding opportunity is posted on www.grants.gov, and may be amended. It is the responsibility of the applicant to regularly check the website to ensure they have the latest information pertaining to this notice of funding opportunity and to ensure that the NOFO has been received from the internet in its entirety. USAID bears no responsibility for data errors resulting from transmission or conversion process. If you have difficulty registering on www.grants.gov or accessing the NOFO, please contact the Grants.gov Helpdesk at 1-800-518-4726 or via email at [email protected] for technical assistance.USAID may not award to an applicant unless the applicant has complied with all applicable Unique Entity identifier and System for Award Management (SAM) requirements detailed in Section D.6.g. The registration process may take many weeks to complete. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to begin registration early in the process.Please send any questions to the point(s) of contact identified in Section G. The deadline for questions is shown above. Responses to questions received prior to the deadline will be furnished to all potential applicants through an amendment to this notice posted to www.grants.gov.Issuance of this notice of funding opportunity does not constitute an award commitment on the part of the Government nor does it commit the Government to pay for any costs incurred in preparation or submission of comments/suggestions or an application. Applications are submitted at the risk of the applicants. All preparation and submission costs are at the applicants expense.Thank you for your interest in USAID programs.

This award mechanism seeks to fund projects that will facilitate the dissemination and implementation of successful CPRIT Prevent Program-funded, evidence-based cancer prevention and control interventions across Texas. The proposed project should be able to develop one or more "products" based on the results of a previously CPRIT Prevention Program-funded intervention project. The proposed project should describe and package strategies or approaches for dissemination to other partners, settings, and populations in the state.

The City of La Porte’s Office of Community Development is seeking proposals for its Public Services Program, funded through the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. This program, which began in 2004 in La Porte, aims to improve the quality of life for low- and moderate-income citizens. Funded projects must align with national objectives set by the Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development, which include benefiting low- and moderate-income persons, preventing or eliminating slums or blight, or addressing urgent community needs where existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to health or welfare and other financial resources are unavailable. The target beneficiaries of this program are primarily low- and moderate-income residents of La Porte. The impact goals are centered around enhancing their quality of life, fostering self-sufficiency, and promoting self-reliance. This aligns with a broader strategic priority of community development that addresses fundamental societal needs and empowers individuals within the community. The foundation's theory of change appears to be that by providing targeted services and support in key areas, the overall well-being and economic stability of vulnerable populations in La Porte will improve. Funding priorities are categorized into three main areas: Homelessness, Non-housing Community Development, and Non-homeless Special Needs. Under Homelessness, objectives include coordination and outreach, rental assistance, supportive services, and prevention. For Non-housing Community Development, the focus is on providing support services to seniors, health services (including mental health), emergency assistance, and activities that promote self-reliance, employment, and education. It also aims to strengthen local housing organizations through fair housing outreach and education, and to collaborate with institutions to ensure access to mortgages and insurance. Non-homeless Special Needs focuses on special needs coordination and accessibility improvement. The expected outcomes and measurable results, while not explicitly detailed with specific metrics, can be inferred from the stated objectives. For homelessness, successful outcomes would include increased access to housing, reduced homelessness, and improved coordination of services. In non-housing community development, anticipated results include improved health and well-being for seniors, increased employment and educational attainment, enhanced fair housing access, and greater availability of financial services. For non-homeless special needs, outcomes would involve better coordination of services for individuals with special needs and improved accessibility within the community. The program implicitly seeks to demonstrate a clear and positive impact on the lives of low- and moderate-income residents through these various initiatives.

The Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana (ARTSWIN) recognizes individuals, groups, businesses, projects, and institutions that have made significant contributions to the arts in Southwestern Indiana. This grant program, specifically focused on various awards, aligns with ARTSWIN's mission to support and promote the arts within the community. The awards aim to celebrate artistic excellence, long-standing commitment to the arts, and the positive impact of arts activities on the City of Evansville and Vanderburgh County. The target beneficiaries for these awards include individual artists (visual, performing, film, literary), young artists (rising high school juniors or seniors), arts educators, and community projects that utilize the arts for advancement. The impact goals are to acknowledge and encourage artistic talent, foster community engagement through the arts, and recognize the vital role the arts play in community, economic development, and quality of life. The program prioritizes and focuses on several categories: the Mayor’s Art Award for exceptional, long-standing impact; Visual Arts Award for outstanding visual artists; Performing Arts Award for exceptional performing artists; Young Artist Award for promising high school students; Arts Educator Award for influential educators; and the Arts Project Award for projects advancing community goals. A key focus is on current residents of Vanderburgh County for the Mayor's Art Award, and generally on those whose arts activities have had a significant impact on the City of Evansville or Southwestern Indiana. The expected outcomes and measurable results include the public recognition of significant contributions to the arts, the encouragement of emerging talent, and the celebration of arts-led community development initiatives. While specific quantitative measures are not detailed, the prestige of the awards and the public recognition serve as a form of measurable impact, elevating the profile of the arts and inspiring further artistic endeavors within the region. The repeated emphasis on impact within the community underscores ARTSWIN's strategic priority to integrate the arts as a core component of regional identity and development.

The Eastside Arts Initiative (EAI) is a grant-making program administered by LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes (LA Plaza). Its core mission is to support arts initiatives and foster collaborations to advance the arts specifically within eastern Los Angeles County. This aligns directly with LA Plaza's broader goal of promoting culture and arts within the community. The EAI aims to play a crucial role in enhancing the arts landscape of Eastern LA County by providing funding for visual, literary, and performance arts programs, while also nurturing local artists and arts organizations to create innovative work. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are individual artists and arts organizations serving communities in Eastern LA County. This includes areas such as Westlake/Rampart/Downtown LA to East L.A., Northeast LA to the San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys, and the Southeast LA/Gateway communities. The impact goals are centered around filling arts/cultural needs, fostering long-lasting value, and opening pathways to opportunities in the visual and performing arts for these communities and their residents. By supporting local artists and organizations, the EAI seeks to strengthen the artistic infrastructure and provide enriching cultural experiences. Funding priorities for the EAI grants are based on a competitive process, evaluating proposals on several key merits. These include Significance, where the program must address a community arts/cultural need and demonstrate long-lasting value; Distinction/Innovation, emphasizing creative and unique concepts; Approach, requiring well-thought-out implementation and outreach plans; Suitability, ensuring realistic budgets and goals; and EAI Partner, focusing on programs that further the arts in Eastern LA County and create opportunities. These priorities collectively guide the selection of projects that are most likely to achieve the EAI's objectives and generate a positive impact. The EAI expects several measurable outcomes from its grants. Successful programs should demonstrate how they fill an arts/cultural need and have long-lasting value in the community. They should also showcase creative and innovative concepts, along with well-executed implementation and outreach plans. Grants range from $2,500 to $10,000 for individual artists (requiring a fiscal agent) and $10,000 to $25,000 for 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organizations. The total funding available for this cycle is up to $150,000. Expected results include increased participation in the arts, development of innovative creative work, and strengthened arts organizations within the targeted communities. All grants must be utilized within one year of award, with closing reports due two months after program conclusion, ensuring accountability and measurable progress.

The five-year USAID National Family Planning and Adolescent Reproductive Health (FP/ARH) Activity (2024-2029) aims to improve family planning and adolescent reproductive health in the Philippines. It is a key component of the USAID Universal Health Care Project (UHCP) with the goal of improving health outcomes of underserved Filipinos. The FP/ARH Activity will help advance the Philippine governments efforts under the Universal Health Care law to improve the delivery of quality preventive, promotive care at the primary health care level. The Activity will contribute to achieving the Philippine governments health goals as follows: Increase the demand satisfied with modern FP methods among all women of reproductive age from 42 percent in 2022 to 75 percent by 2030; Reduce the adolescent birth rate from 25 per 1,000 girls (age 15-19) in 2022 to 12 per 1,000 girls by 2030; and Reduce the maternal mortality ratio from 144 per 100,000 live births in 2020 to less than 70 per 100,000 live births by 2030

The Laurie Frink Career Grant is designed to support young brass players by offering them funding for serious study or to undertake a creative project. The grant honors Laurie Frink, who personally provided free lessons to her students when they struggled with financial burdens. The program's mission aligns with Frink's dedication to fostering musical talent and alleviating financial obstacles for aspiring musicians, particularly those pursuing jazz brass. The ultimate goal is to provide a life-changing grant to extraordinarily talented players, enabling them to advance their musical development. The primary target beneficiaries are US-based jazz brass players between the ages of 18 and 25. This cycle specifically includes lead trumpet applicants, broadening its reach within the jazz brass community. A key impact goal is to address the financial challenges faced by young musicians, allowing them to pursue intensive study or creative endeavors without the burden of cost. The grant aims to empower these emerging artists, contributing to their professional growth and the vitality of the jazz brass scene. The grant prioritizes projects that emphasize musical development and growth. This focus is explicitly stated as being favored over funding commercial recordings, indicating a commitment to artistic progression and education. The strategic priority is to identify and support exceptional talent, providing a critical boost at an early stage of their careers. The underlying theory of change suggests that by removing financial barriers and supporting focused musical development, the grant can significantly accelerate the careers of promising young musicians. Expected outcomes include enhanced musical skills, completion of significant creative projects, and the overall professional advancement of grant recipients. While specific measurable results are not detailed in the provided text, the ambition is to award a life-changing grant of $10,000 every two years. The success of the program can be informally measured by the artistic and career trajectories of its recipients, as they benefit from the opportunity for serious study or project execution that might otherwise be out of reach.