Closed · 72061321RFA00007 · CFDA 98.001 · Other

Strengthening Media for Accountability in Zimbabwe Program (SMAZ)

Federal grant opportunity posted by Zimbabwe USAID-Harare, cataloged on Grants.gov.

$7M-$7M
Award range
Closed
Status
May 14, 2021
Close date
1
Expected awards

The verdict

Strengthening Media for Accountability in Zimbabwe Program (SMAZ) is a closed other listing from Zimbabwe USAID-Harare that offered $7,000,000 -- $7,000,000 across 1 expected award. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number.

$7M-$7M
award range
Closed
application status
1
expected award
98.001
CFDA program

Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement - Strengthening Media for Accountability in Zimbabwe Program (SMAZ) - is cataloged under number 72061321RFA00007 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 98.001, posted by Zimbabwe USAID-Harare. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as closed, first posted on March 26, 2021 and last updated on May 6, 2021. The funding category is Other, delivered as a cooperative agreement.

Award economics. The award range on file is $7,000,000 -- $7,000,000. The agency has projected $7.0 million in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 1 award. If the agency funds the expected 1 award from the $7.0 million estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $7.0 million. Cost sharing or matching funds are required, meaning applicants must contribute a portion of the project budget from non-federal sources, factor this into your financial plan before drafting the proposal. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.

Deadline and action path. This opportunity closed on May 14, 2021. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number, so monitoring the parent program page is the most reliable way to catch re-announcements. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully, federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed, it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities. Before acting on the deadline or award figures above, verify them directly on the official Grants.gov listing, amendments can change dates and amounts after this page was last refreshed.

Award Range

$7,000,000 -- $7,000,000

Close Date

May 14, 2021

Posted

March 26, 2021

Est. Total Funding

$7,000,000

Expected Awards

1

Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Cost Sharing

Required

Description

The program intends to contribute to the advancement of a culture of accountability in Zimbabwe by enhancing the capacity of the media to hold powerful state and non-state actors accountable for their acts and omissions. The program also aims to strengthen citizen participation in public life and spur demand for accountability by improving citizens’ access to timely and reliable information.The objectives of this activity are to:1. Strengthen watchdog journalism and media reporting for accountability;2. Enhance media pluralism and diversity;3. Improve the policy, legal and regulatory environment for the media; and4. Increase media literacy and promote fact-driven action by consumers.The program seeks to find innovative ways to help the media encourage democratic and accountable governance, reveal corrupt practices and illicit financial flows, and promote constructive dialogue to make democratic processes more accessible to citizens. Program implementation strategies and approaches are expected to be flexible and innovative to respond to challenges and dynamics in Zimbabwe as they evolve.

Eligibility

Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category code 99. These codes correspond to applicant types (state/local government, tribal organization, nonprofit, educational institution, individual, small business, etc.) defined in Grants.gov's own eligibility reference. See the current Grants.gov eligibility categories or check the official listing below for this opportunity's exact eligibility statement.

Official Listing on Grants.gov

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Agency Contact

Debra Nengomasha Assistance Specialist Phone 2638677011000

Key Dates

Posted March 26, 2021
Close Date May 14, 2021
Archive Date June 13, 2021
Last Updated May 6, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "Strengthening Media for Accountability in Zimbabwe Program (SMAZ)", offered by Zimbabwe USAID-Harare. It is associated with CFDA program 98.001. The program intends to contribute to the advancement of a culture of accountability in Zimbabwe by enhancing the capacity of the media to hold powerful state and non-state actors accountable for their...
Is this opportunity still open?
No, this opportunity is closed. It closed on May 14, 2021. Check the parent program page for future funding cycles.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is $7,000,000 -- $7,000,000. Total estimated funding: $7,000,000. Expected number of awards: 1.
How do I apply?
Applications for federal grant opportunities are typically submitted through Grants.gov. Visit the official listing at grants.gov for application instructions, required documents, and submission deadlines.

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from Grants.gov and SAM.gov and is for informational purposes only. Opportunity details, deadlines, and eligibility requirements change frequently. Always verify current information directly on Grants.gov before applying. PlainGrants is not affiliated with any federal agency.

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