# Dominican-U.S. Higher Education Network Building Initiative

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/s-dr860-24-nofo-001-dominican-u-s-higher-education-network-building-initiative/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/355434

> U.S. Mission to the Dominican Republic offered grants of up to $40,000 (at least $5,000) to nonprofits and colleges and universities. It expected to make one award worth $40,000 in total. Applications closed on August 29, 2024.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | S-DR860-24-NOFO-001 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to the Dominican Republic |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | August 29, 2024 |
| Award ceiling | $40,000 |
| Award floor | $5,000 |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | $40,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.040 |

## Who can apply

- 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 (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

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

## What the grant funds

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.

## Questions people ask

### Is S-DR860-24-NOFO-001 still open?

No. It closed on August 29, 2024. A newer notice is open: OFOP0002825, closes January 1, 2099 (26353 days left).

### Who can apply for Dominican-U.S. Higher Education Network Building Initiative?

U.S. Mission to the Dominican Republic accepted applications from nonprofits and colleges and universities. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Dominican-U.S. Higher Education Network Building Initiative?

Closed August 29, 2024. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $40,000 each. About $40,000 in total for one award.

### Who has won Public Diplomacy Programs grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees, Meridian International Center, American Councils for International Education: Actr/Accels, Inc. The program made 13,489 awards worth $358 million in that time.