Simpler Grants.gov #19.510

Technical Assistance Grants for Refugee Reception and Placement Program Capacity Building

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) is preparing to fund technical assistance projects to strengthen the Reception and Placement (R&P) Program for refugee resettlement in the United States. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; this is a grant opportunity for nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions - Products/Services Requested: - Technical assistance projects to build and expand the capacity of R&P Program partners - Focus areas include: - Developing innovative housing programs for newly arriving refugees - Deepening community engagement through community sponsorship - Supporting and facilitating entry of new partner organizations into R&P - Strengthening the capacity of current R&P partners and communities - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Eligible applicants: nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), private and public higher education institutions, and consortia - Program plans for up to three years considered - Funding per award ranges from $50,000 to $1,000,000 for the first year - Projects must support refugee resettlement within 30 to 90 days of arrival

Description

The Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration (PRM) intends to issue a request for concept notes to fund specialized technical assistance projects aimed at developing and expanding the capacity of partners involved in the Reception and Placement Program (R&P) for refugee resettlement in the United States. The initiative seeks to improve outcomes for refugees by building capacity and expanding the group of partners providing technical expertise and support. Projects should focus on increasing the capacity of resettlement agencies, affiliates, community partners, and new organizations to provide initial reception and placement services within 30 to 90 days of refugee arrival. Topics include innovative housing programs, community engagement, facilitating new partner entry, and strengthening current partners' capacity.

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