Opportunity Information: Apply for 72016822RFA00003
USAID Bosnia and Herzegovina released a discretionary funding opportunity called the Philanthropy in Action Activity (Funding Opportunity Number 72016822RFA00003) to fund one organization (or consortium) through a Cooperative Agreement to run a community development focused program in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The activity is framed under the Community Development funding category (CFDA 98.001) and is designed to strengthen broad-based participation in community development by expanding and normalizing philanthropic giving across the country. In practical terms, the opportunity is looking for an implementer that can help grow local giving culture, mobilize resources from individuals and the private sector, and increase the role of communities and local actors in shaping and supporting development efforts, rather than relying primarily on external donors.
The official goal of the activity is to strengthen broad-based participation in community development, and the stated purpose is to increase philanthropic giving in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Applicants are expected to propose an approach that makes giving more common, more trusted, and more impactful, which typically implies work such as public engagement and awareness, improving the mechanisms and transparency of giving, supporting local philanthropic institutions or community foundations, helping civil society organizations build fundraising capacity, and encouraging collaboration between communities, nonprofits, and the private sector. Because the award instrument is a Cooperative Agreement, USAID anticipates having substantial involvement during implementation (for example, in shaping key decisions, monitoring, learning, approvals, and coordination), as opposed to a more hands-off grant structure.
Eligibility is described broadly as "Others" with clarification provided in the NOFO text, and USAID specifically directs applicants to Section C of the NOFO for Localworks eligibility information. That section is important for determining whether an applicant qualifies under USAID Localworks definitions and requirements, which often relate to local entity status and other criteria tied to USAID's localization objectives. While the geographic code for the procurement is 937 (which typically restricts procurement to the target region/country grouping), USAID/BiH notes it is open to receiving applications from advanced countries under Geographic Code 935, meaning non-local organizations from advanced economies are not automatically excluded as long as they meet the NOFO's eligibility requirements.
The funding parameters indicate an award ceiling of USD 2,000,000, with USAID expecting to make a single award. The opportunity was created on April 20, 2022, and applications were due June 13, 2022 at 09:00 (CET), Sarajevo time. USAID also set a question deadline of May 5, 2022 at 17:00 (CET), Sarajevo time, and instructed applicants to cite the specific page and section numbers when submitting questions. USAID planned to respond to timely questions by issuing an amendment to the NOFO on Grants.gov so that all prospective applicants receive the same clarifications and guidance.
Finally, USAID emphasizes standard federal grant language that the NOFO itself is not a promise of funding and does not obligate the U.S. Government to make an award, nor does it commit the Government to reimburse any costs associated with preparing or submitting an application. In other words, applicants must assume the risk and cost of proposal development, and any award is contingent on the competitive review process, availability of funds, and USAID's final decision.Apply for 72016822RFA00003
- The Agency for International Development, Bosnia USAID-Herzegovina in the community development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Philanthropy in Action Activity" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 98.001.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 20, 2022.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 13, 2022. (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 $2,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - USAID/Bosnia and Herzegovina "Philanthropy in Action Activity" (72016822RFA00003)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is called the Philanthropy in Action Activity.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is 72016822RFA00003.
Which USAID mission is offering this opportunity?
USAID Bosnia and Herzegovina (USAID/BiH) released the funding opportunity.
What type of award will be made?
USAID expects to fund the activity through a Cooperative Agreement.
How many awards does USAID expect to make?
USAID expects to make a single award to one organization or one consortium.
What is the maximum amount of funding available (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is USD 2,000,000.
Is this opportunity a grant or a contract?
It is a federal assistance funding opportunity, and the expected award instrument is a Cooperative Agreement (not a procurement contract).
What does it mean that the award is a Cooperative Agreement?
A Cooperative Agreement indicates USAID anticipates substantial involvement during implementation. Based on the description provided, this can include involvement in key decisions, monitoring, learning, approvals, and coordination, rather than a more hands-off grant structure.
What is the funding category and CFDA number?
The activity is framed under the Community Development funding category with CFDA 98.001.
What is the official goal of the activity?
The official goal is to strengthen broad-based participation in community development.
What is the stated purpose of the activity?
The stated purpose is to increase philanthropic giving in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What is USAID trying to achieve in practical terms?
USAID is seeking an implementer that can help grow local giving culture, mobilize resources from individuals and the private sector, and increase the role of communities and local actors in shaping and supporting development efforts, rather than relying primarily on external donors.
What types of approaches or activities are applicants expected to propose?
Applicants are expected to propose an approach that makes giving more common, more trusted, and more impactful. The description suggests this typically implies work such as public engagement and awareness, improving mechanisms and transparency of giving, supporting local philanthropic institutions or community foundations, helping civil society organizations build fundraising capacity, and encouraging collaboration between communities, nonprofits, and the private sector.
What country is the activity focused on?
The activity is focused on Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described broadly as "Others," with additional clarification provided in the NOFO text. USAID specifically directs applicants to Section C of the NOFO for Localworks eligibility information.
Where should applicants look for Localworks eligibility requirements?
Applicants are directed to Section C of the NOFO for Localworks eligibility information.
Are non-local organizations allowed to apply?
USAID/BiH notes it is open to receiving applications from advanced countries under Geographic Code 935, meaning non-local organizations from advanced economies are not automatically excluded as long as they meet the NOFO's eligibility requirements.
What geographic code applies to this opportunity?
The procurement geographic code is 937, which typically restricts procurement to the target region/country grouping. USAID/BiH also notes openness to applications from advanced countries under Geographic Code 935, subject to NOFO eligibility requirements.
When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on April 20, 2022.
What was the deadline to submit questions?
The question deadline was May 5, 2022 at 17:00 (CET), Sarajevo time.
Were applicants instructed to format questions in a specific way?
Yes. Applicants were instructed to cite the specific page and section numbers when submitting questions.
How did USAID plan to respond to questions?
USAID planned to respond to timely questions by issuing an amendment to the NOFO on Grants.gov so that all prospective applicants receive the same clarifications and guidance.
When were applications due?
Applications were due June 13, 2022 at 09:00 (CET), Sarajevo time.
Does the NOFO guarantee that an award will be made?
No. USAID emphasizes that the NOFO is not a promise of funding and does not obligate the U.S. Government to make an award.
Will USAID reimburse proposal preparation costs?
No. USAID states it does not commit to reimburse any costs associated with preparing or submitting an application. Applicants must assume the risk and cost of proposal development.
What conditions affect whether an award is ultimately made?
The description indicates any award is contingent on the competitive review process, availability of funds, and USAID's final decision.
Where would official clarifications and changes be posted?
USAID indicated it would issue amendments to the NOFO on Grants.gov to provide clarifications and guidance to all prospective applicants equally.
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