Dominican-U.S. Higher Education Network Building Initiative
A.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Overview:
The Dominican-U. S. Higher Education Collaboration Network aims to strengthen academic ties between Dominican and U. S. universities through faculty workshops, joint training projects, and degree programs.
Objectives:
Collaboration Enhancement:
Foster partnerships and regular communication between Dominican and U. S. universities.
Training:
Enhance teaching, research, and administrative skills through workshops and training sessions.
Promotion of U. S. Collaboration:
Highlight the benefits of collaborating with U. S. universities and share success stories.
Key Components:
Assessment of Dominican Universities:
Evaluate existing partnerships and identify opportunities for further internationalization.
Workshops and Training:
Offer in-person and virtual workshops on internationalization and best practices.
Promotion of Exchange Programs:
Facilitate dialogue for student and faculty exchanges and provide visa process information.
Online Collaboration Platform:
Develop a platform for communication and resource sharing.
Networking Events:
Organize events to connect representatives from D.R.
and U. S. universities.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
Track program success and collect feedback for improvement.
B.
FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION Performance Period:
12-18 months Number of Awards:
1 Funding Type:
FY24 Fulbright Hays Public Diplomacy Funds Completion Period:
18 months or less C.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Eligible Applicants:
U. S. and Dominican not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and NGOs.
U. S. and Dominican public and private educational institutions.
Cost Sharing:
Not required, but encouraged.
Other Requirements:
Organizations must have an active registration on www.SAM.gov.
D.
APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION Application Package:
Available on the U. S. Embassy website.
Submission Requirements:
Format:
Proposals in English, budgets in U. S. dollars, single-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font.
Documents Required:
Application Forms:
SF-424, SF-424A, SF-424B Summary Page:
Cover sheet with program details.
Proposal (10 pages max):
Detailed description of the program, including objectives, activities, and evaluation plan.
Budget Justification Narrative:
Detailed explanation of budget expenses.
Attachments:
CVs of key personnel, letters of support, NICRA (if applicable), permission letters, and SAM.gov registration.
Submission Dates:
Applications are due by August 29, 202 4. Submission Method:
Email all materials to SantoDomingoGrants@state.gov.
E.
APPLICATION REVIEW INFORMATION Criteria:
Program Idea Quality and Feasibility (25 points) Organizational Capacity (25 points) Ability to Achieve Objectives (15 points) Budget (10 points) Monitoring and Evaluation (15 points) Sustainability (10 points) Review Process:
Evaluated by a Grants Review Committee.
F.
FEDERAL AWARD ADMINISTRATION INFORMATION Award Notices:
Grant agreements will be administered by the Grants Officer.
No obligation for additional funding beyond the awarded amount.
Payment Method:
Recipients receive payments based on immediate cash needs.
Up to 20% of the total is withheld until final reports are submitted.
Reporting Requirements:
Financial and program reports are required as specified in the award document.
G.
OTHER INFORMATION Budget Guidelines:
Personnel:
Wages, salaries, and benefits.
Travel:
Travel and per diem costs.
Equipment:
Items with a useful life over one year costing at least $5,00 0. Supplies:
Necessary items and materials.
Contractual:
Goods and services acquired through contracts.
Other Direct Costs:
Miscellaneous expenses directly associated with the program.
Indirect Costs:
Overhead costs if no NICRA is available, claim at 10% de minimis rate.
Cost Sharing:
Contributions from the organization and partners.
Alcoholic Beverages:
Not allowed.
Further Guidance:
Review Federal Standard Terms and Conditions and OMB Uniform Guidance.
H.
CONTACT INFORMATION For Questions:
Email SantoDomingoGrants@state.gov.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Overview:
The Dominican-U. S. Higher Education Collaboration Network aims to strengthen academic ties between Dominican and U. S. universities through faculty workshops, joint training projects, and degree programs.
Objectives:
Collaboration Enhancement:
Foster partnerships and regular communication between Dominican and U. S. universities.
Training:
Enhance teaching, research, and administrative skills through workshops and training sessions.
Promotion of U. S. Collaboration:
Highlight the benefits of collaborating with U. S. universities and share success stories.
Key Components:
Assessment of Dominican Universities:
Evaluate existing partnerships and identify opportunities for further internationalization.
Workshops and Training:
Offer in-person and virtual workshops on internationalization and best practices.
Promotion of Exchange Programs:
Facilitate dialogue for student and faculty exchanges and provide visa process information.
Online Collaboration Platform:
Develop a platform for communication and resource sharing.
Networking Events:
Organize events to connect representatives from D.R.
and U. S. universities.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
Track program success and collect feedback for improvement.
B.
FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION Performance Period:
12-18 months Number of Awards:
1 Funding Type:
FY24 Fulbright Hays Public Diplomacy Funds Completion Period:
18 months or less C.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Eligible Applicants:
U. S. and Dominican not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and NGOs.
U. S. and Dominican public and private educational institutions.
Cost Sharing:
Not required, but encouraged.
Other Requirements:
Organizations must have an active registration on www.SAM.gov.
D.
APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION Application Package:
Available on the U. S. Embassy website.
Submission Requirements:
Format:
Proposals in English, budgets in U. S. dollars, single-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font.
Documents Required:
Application Forms:
SF-424, SF-424A, SF-424B Summary Page:
Cover sheet with program details.
Proposal (10 pages max):
Detailed description of the program, including objectives, activities, and evaluation plan.
Budget Justification Narrative:
Detailed explanation of budget expenses.
Attachments:
CVs of key personnel, letters of support, NICRA (if applicable), permission letters, and SAM.gov registration.
Submission Dates:
Applications are due by August 29, 202 4. Submission Method:
Email all materials to SantoDomingoGrants@state.gov.
E.
APPLICATION REVIEW INFORMATION Criteria:
Program Idea Quality and Feasibility (25 points) Organizational Capacity (25 points) Ability to Achieve Objectives (15 points) Budget (10 points) Monitoring and Evaluation (15 points) Sustainability (10 points) Review Process:
Evaluated by a Grants Review Committee.
F.
FEDERAL AWARD ADMINISTRATION INFORMATION Award Notices:
Grant agreements will be administered by the Grants Officer.
No obligation for additional funding beyond the awarded amount.
Payment Method:
Recipients receive payments based on immediate cash needs.
Up to 20% of the total is withheld until final reports are submitted.
Reporting Requirements:
Financial and program reports are required as specified in the award document.
G.
OTHER INFORMATION Budget Guidelines:
Personnel:
Wages, salaries, and benefits.
Travel:
Travel and per diem costs.
Equipment:
Items with a useful life over one year costing at least $5,00 0. Supplies:
Necessary items and materials.
Contractual:
Goods and services acquired through contracts.
Other Direct Costs:
Miscellaneous expenses directly associated with the program.
Indirect Costs:
Overhead costs if no NICRA is available, claim at 10% de minimis rate.
Cost Sharing:
Contributions from the organization and partners.
Alcoholic Beverages:
Not allowed.
Further Guidance:
Review Federal Standard Terms and Conditions and OMB Uniform Guidance.
H.
CONTACT INFORMATION For Questions:
Email SantoDomingoGrants@state.gov.
Relevant Nonprofit Program Categories
Obtain Full Opportunity Text:
See Invitation Letter
Additional Information of Eligibility:
U. S. and Dominican not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations.
U. S. and Dominican public and private educational institutions
Full Opportunity Web Address:
See Invitation Letter
Contact:
Agency Email Description:
SantoDomingoGrants@state.gov
Agency Email:
Date Posted:
2024-07-17
Application Due Date:
Archive Date:
2024-09-28
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