Dominican-U.S. Higher Education Network Building Initiative

Description

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, 2024. 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 $5,000. 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.

Eligibility

Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category codes 12, 13, 20, 25. 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.

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