Opportunity Information: Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 16 015
The FY15/16 DRL NOFO titled "Supporting Civil Society on Anti-Corruption in Mexico" is a discretionary grant opportunity released by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL). It invites organizations to compete for funding to design and implement a project that strengthens civil society efforts aimed at combating corruption in Mexico. In practical terms, the notice signals DRL's interest in supporting non-governmental actors such as civic groups, watchdog organizations, advocacy coalitions, research and policy organizations, and universities that can contribute to greater transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption reform through civil society-led initiatives.
The opportunity is issued under Funding Opportunity Number DRLA DRLAQM 16 015 and is categorized as a grant (Funding Instrument Type: Grant) under CFDA/Assistance Listing 19.345. The funding activity category is listed as "Other," which typically means the program may include a mix of activities rather than fitting neatly into a single sector like health or education. DRL expects to make one award through this competition (Expected Awards: 1), indicating the Department is looking for a single, larger, cohesive project rather than multiple small awards to different implementers.
The maximum amount available for the award is up to $1,200,000 (Award Ceiling: 1200000). With only one anticipated award at a relatively high ceiling, the program likely favors proposals that are national in scope or that can demonstrate meaningful reach, strong partnerships, and a clear strategy for measurable impact in Mexico. The posting was created on September 30, 2015 (Creation Date: 2015-09-30), and the original application deadline was November 20, 2015 (Original Closing Date: 2015-11-20), which suggests applicants were expected to move quickly and follow DRL's specific formatting and submission rules.
Eligible applicants include a broad range of entities: public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (as long as they are not institutions of higher education), and an "Others" category that may allow additional organization types as permitted by the specific DRL rules for that cycle. This eligibility range indicates DRL is open to both academic and non-academic implementers and potentially to organizations operating in different legal structures, provided they can meet the Department's compliance, financial management, and programmatic capacity requirements.
The core purpose of the competition is to fund projects that "support civil society efforts on anti-corruption in Mexico." While the notice text provided is brief, DRL anti-corruption civil society programming commonly centers on enabling independent monitoring and oversight, improving civic participation and advocacy, building the skills and security of activists and investigative actors, supporting evidence-based policy engagement, strengthening networks and coalitions, and promoting reforms that increase transparency and accountability. Applicants would generally be expected to present a well-defined theory of change, concrete activities and outputs, credible partners, and a monitoring and evaluation approach that shows how the project will contribute to stronger anti-corruption outcomes through civil society leadership.
Finally, the announcement directs applicants to consult DRL's Proposals Submission Instructions (PSI) on the DRL website. This is an important part of the opportunity because DRL typically requires specific sections, attachments, formatting, budget detail, and compliance representations. In other words, beyond having a strong concept, applicants would need to follow the PSI carefully to be considered responsive and eligible for review under this open competition.Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 16 015
- The Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY15/16 DRL NOFO-Supporting Civil Society on Anti-Corruption in Mexico" 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 2015-09-30.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2015-11-20. (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 $1,200,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, Others.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) is titled "Supporting Civil Society on Anti-Corruption in Mexico" (FY15/16 DRL NOFO).
2) Which U.S. government office is offering this grant?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL).
3) What is the main goal of the program?
The purpose is to fund a project that strengthens civil society efforts aimed at combating corruption in Mexico. The focus is on civil society-led initiatives that can contribute to greater transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption reform.
4) What types of organizations does DRL want to support through this competition?
The description indicates DRL is interested in supporting non-governmental actors such as civic groups, watchdog organizations, advocacy coalitions, research and policy organizations, and universities that can help advance transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption reforms through civil society work.
5) What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRLA DRLAQM 16 015.
6) What is the funding instrument type?
The funding instrument type is a Grant.
7) What is the CFDA/Assistance Listing number for this opportunity?
The CFDA/Assistance Listing is 19.345.
8) What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other," which generally implies the program may include a mix of activities rather than fitting into a single sector category.
9) How many awards does DRL expect to make under this NOFO?
DRL expects to make one award (Expected Awards: 1). This signals the competition is intended to select a single project rather than multiple smaller awards.
10) What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling is up to $1,200,000.
11) Does the NOFO suggest a preferred scale or scope for proposed projects?
Based on the fact that only one award is expected and the ceiling is relatively high, the opportunity likely favors a single, cohesive project that can demonstrate meaningful reach, strong partnerships, and a clear plan for measurable impact in Mexico.
12) When was this opportunity posted?
The creation date is September 30, 2015.
13) What was the original application deadline?
The original closing date was November 20, 2015.
14) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include:
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status
- Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (as long as they are not institutions of higher education)
- "Others" (which may allow additional organization types as permitted under DRL rules for that cycle)
15) Are universities allowed to apply?
Yes. Both public/state-controlled and private institutions of higher education are listed as eligible applicants.
16) Are nonprofits required to have 501(c)(3) status to be eligible?
No. The eligibility list includes U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and also nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (provided they are not institutions of higher education).
17) What does the "Others" eligibility category mean?
"Others" suggests additional organization types may be allowed, depending on the specific DRL rules that applied to that funding cycle.
18) What kinds of project activities are generally aligned with this NOFO (based on the description provided)?
The information provided notes that DRL anti-corruption civil society programming commonly includes elements such as:
- Supporting independent monitoring and oversight
- Improving civic participation and advocacy
- Building skills and security for activists and investigative actors
- Supporting evidence-based policy engagement
- Strengthening networks and coalitions
- Promoting reforms that increase transparency and accountability
Applicants are generally expected to propose a clear theory of change, concrete activities and outputs, credible partners, and a monitoring and evaluation approach showing how civil society leadership will drive anti-corruption outcomes.
19) Is this intended to support government-led or civil society-led work?
The stated purpose is to support civil society efforts on anti-corruption in Mexico, with an emphasis on civil society-led initiatives.
20) Where are the required proposal formatting and submission rules described?
Applicants are directed to consult DRL's Proposals Submission Instructions (PSI) on the DRL website. The PSI is described as important because DRL typically requires specific sections, attachments, formatting, budget detail, and compliance representations.
21) Why does following DRL's Proposals Submission Instructions (PSI) matter?
The information provided indicates that DRL has specific requirements for proposal structure and required components. Beyond having a strong concept, applicants would need to follow the PSI carefully to be considered responsive and eligible for review.
22) What is DRL looking for in a competitive proposal (based on the information provided)?
The description suggests DRL would expect a well-defined theory of change, concrete activities and outputs, credible partners, and a monitoring and evaluation approach that demonstrates how the project will strengthen anti-corruption outcomes in Mexico through civil society leadership.
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