Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0010280
The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is seeking Statements of Interest under a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) for a discretionary grant opportunity titled "DRL Promoting Democracy and Human Rights in Cuba" (Funding Opportunity Number SFOP0010280). The core purpose is to support programs that advance human rights in Cuba while strengthening the capacity of independent, on-island civil society groups to promote and defend civil and political rights. In practical terms, the opportunity is framed around helping local civic actors build resilience, capability, and effectiveness in human rights work, with an emphasis on strengthening independent civil society inside Cuba rather than focusing solely on external advocacy.
This opportunity is structured as a grant (Funding Instrument Type: Grant) and is listed under CFDA/Assistance Listing 19.345. Eligibility is described as "Unrestricted," which generally indicates that a wide range of applicant organizations may submit, though DRL notes a clear preference for working with nonprofit entities. The notice also leaves room for for-profit entities to apply if a for-profit applicant is uniquely well positioned to deliver the program objectives; however, those submissions may receive additional scrutiny after the panel selection stage. This is an important signal for organizations deciding whether to apply and how to present their institutional fit, track record, and cost structure.
A key compliance point is that the Department of State does not allow for-profit or commercial organizations to earn profit under assistance awards. In this context, "profit" is explicitly defined as any amount that exceeds allowable direct and indirect costs. For commercial organizations, cost allowability is tied to federal cost principles under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, including Cost Accounting Standards (48 CFR 30) and Contract Cost Principles and Procedures (48 CFR 31). The notice also points applicants to 2 CFR 200.307 for rules related to program income, which matters for projects that might generate revenue during implementation (for example, fees for services, sales of training materials, or other income connected to grant-supported activities). Applicants should expect that budgets and financial systems will be reviewed for alignment with these requirements, particularly if the applicant is for-profit or anticipates program income.
Administratively, the opportunity was created on March 5, 2024, and the original closing date listed is April 23, 2024. The maximum award amount (award ceiling) is $1,000,000. The listing shows "Expected Awards: 0," which can indicate that the agency has not committed to a set number of awards at the time of posting or that awards depend on funding availability and the quality of submissions. The funding activity category is labeled "Other," which is common for DRL opportunities that cut across thematic and programmatic areas rather than fitting neatly into a single standard category.
Overall, the grant opportunity is aimed at organizations capable of designing and implementing programs that measurably advance human rights and bolster independent civil society capacity within Cuba, while also meeting U.S. government assistance compliance standards. Competitive applicants would typically be expected to demonstrate a strong understanding of the Cuban human rights environment, credible approaches for working with or supporting independent civic actors on the island, sound risk management and safeguarding practices, and a budget and financial approach that aligns with federal rules on allowable costs, absence of profit (for commercial entities), and proper treatment of any program income.Apply for SFOP0010280
- The Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "DRL Promoting Democracy and Human Rights in Cuba" 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 2024-03-05.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-04-23. (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 $1,000,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted.
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