The purpose of this Annual Program Statement (APS) is to solicit applications for the Peacebuilding Grants Fund (PGF), under the Yemen Communities Stronger Together (YCST) implemented by Global Communities for interventions that will be implemented in Abyan, Aden, Lahj and Taiz governorates. A sub-fund for local and national initiatives that supports Women, Peace and Security (WPS).
The Peacebuilding Grants Fund aims at strengthening the ability of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Non-Governmental Organization (NGOs), including those that have participated in prior USAID responsive governance and civic engagement programming, to promote social cohesion, participation of women and youth, and reconciliation.
Global Communities YCST is announcing a two-step process to select eligible proposals to implement the activities that contribute to establishing capacity for conflict mitigation and peace.
Step 1: Applicants submit concept papers
Step 2: Full applications from shortlisted applicants
Global Communities YCST, on behalf of USAID, anticipates awarding grants to successful applicants submitted in response to this APS. Competition for this APS will be open for six (6) months on a rolling basis. All concept papers for review in the first round of evaluations are due by 30 November 2019. Successful concept papers that fall within the criteria set forth in this APS may be invited to submit full proposals. Successful applications may be selected for funding by YCST.
The length of the proposed programs can be up to nine (9) months with a maximum value of US$50,000 per grant. The number of awards and amount of available funding is subject to change and Global Communities reserves the right to make no awards as a result of this APS.
Interested organizations should register to receive information and attend pre-application workshop(s).