You have an innovative development idea, and you want to secure USAID funding to implement it. You’re eager to jump in and begin writing USAID proposals and concept papers. But wait! Crafting a USAID proposal can be a time-intensive process, so before you spend precious resources on proposal writing, check out the tips we’ve gathered. … [Read more…]
EVENT – Reverse Industry Day with the Small Business Association of International Companies
Through dialogue via panel discussions, Q&A, and online chat forums, industry partners and USAID/Washington and Mission staff came together to discuss and learn about the important role small businesses play in supporting localization and how USAID can reduce barriers to entry for new small businesses and retain successful ones. VIDEO More – SBAIC
UEI – What is the Entity Validation Service’s database?
SAM.gov uses an entity validation service (EVS) to independently verify theexistence and uniqueness of an entity.● Validation is required when you○ register an entity○ renew your entity registration each year○ get a Unique Entity ID, and○ update or change your entity’s name or address● Every entity must validate with the new provider’s databases and datasources, … [Read more…]
Carleena Graham Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Federal Program Funding Recipient
Burlington, Vermont – The United States Attorney’s Office stated that Carleena Graham, 56, of Accokeek, Maryland, pleaded guilty today in United States District Court in Burlington to a charge of wire fraud. Chief U.S. District Judge Geoffrey W. Crawford released Graham on conditions pending sentencing on December 15, 2023. On May 31, 2023, the United … [Read more…]
TRAINING – USAID Proposal Development From NOFO*/RFA/RFP to Proposal Submission
Description This course helps staff members at NGOs effectively manage the proposal process at the country office level by learning how USAID works. You will also learn the processes and challenges of responding to NOFOs, RFAs, and RFPs in the home office. *NOFO is Notice of Funding Opportunity What will you learn Who should attend … [Read more…]
Where can I find reports on USAID-funded projects?
You can find annual reports and many other technical reports on USAID-funded projects implemented by implementers on the Development Experience Clearinghouse (aka the DEC). VISIT THE DEC. The DEC Express is a monthly newsletter featuring materials in the Development Experience Clearinghouse (DEC) about topics in the news, USAID program evaluations, and recent, popular, and most … [Read more…]
Virtual Event | Grow Your Work with USAID: Local Partner Workshop and Pitch Day | July 26
Grow Your Work with USAID: Local Partner Workshop and Pitch Day Date: Wednesday, July 26 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM ET Location: Via Zoom Registration will close at 4:00 PM ET on Tuesday, July 25, 2023. The event Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants shortly thereafter. In 2021, USAID announced its … [Read more…]
USAID Releases Localization Progress Report
In fiscal year 2022, USAID reached its highest level and percent of direct local funding in a decade and with the new report, is launching a transparent new indicator for tracking local leadership in USAID’s work. In November 2021, Administrator Samantha Power announced two targets: first, by FY 2025, USAID will channel a quarter of … [Read more…]
USAID OIG Portal Notice
The USAID Office of Inspector General (OIG) Hotline provides a mechanism for individuals and organizations to report fraud, waste, abuse (including sexual exploitation and abuse), and corruption related to programming, personnel, or operations for which OIG provides oversight. To better serve its mission, OIG is pleased to announce the release of a new online Hotline portal … [Read more…]