Global Rapid Response Fund for Advancing Fundamental Freedoms

The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) has issued solicitation DFOP0019705 for the Global Rapid Response Fund for Advancing Fundamental Freedoms. This cooperative agreement is designed to fund a new program that provides timely, short-term interventions to address unexpected policy challenges, political opportunities, and threats to fundamental freedoms and democratic values. To maximize cost-effectiveness and impact, the program prioritizes interventions led by organizations rooted within the affected communities and countries. The estimated direct value of the program components ranges from approximately $122,731 to $126,550, covering equipment, supplies, subawards, and contractual services. Applicants must submit a unified electronic proposal package through MyGrants or Grants.gov by the August 31, 2026, deadline. The submission must include an executive summary, a 15-page proposal narrative, key personnel documentation, a project timeline, a monitoring and evaluation plan, and detailed budget components including a line-item budget and narrative. All proposals must be in English and adhere to strict formatting standards, such as 12-point Times New Roman font and specific page limits. Compliance with 2 CFR 200 is mandatory, governing all financial and administrative aspects, including the management of equipment valued at $10,000 or more, subrecipient oversight, and the use of the Fly America Act for travel. Applicants are required to have an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) to be eligible for the award.