Request for Proposals - Aurat Foundation

Section 2: Sub-Grant Information2.1 Priority Area for Cycle Six (A)GEP‟s sixth grant cycle will focus largely on combatting gender based violence in Pakistan.Different sub-grants will be awarded to create an enabling environment to raise awareness onGBV, develop and demonstrate a system which leads to the full rehabilitation in society and selffulfillmentof survivors of GBV.2.2 Financial AllocationGEP sub-grant awards will fall into three distinct tiers: Below $25,000 $25,000 - $100,000 Over $100,000Tier 1 awards are expected to be most frequent. Tier 2 and Tier 3 sub-grant awards will be lesscommon. Individual ceilings will be allocated per sub-grant and will be detailed in the sub-grantsolicitations. All budgets will be subject to strict scrutiny to prevent excessive allocation.2.3 Closing DateThe final date for submission of the completed proposal application package and all requireddocuments is September 5, 2012. No extensions will be given.2.4 Requests for InformationPlease note that verbal and telephonic requests will not be entertained. FAQs are posted on theGEP webpage.2.5 Award Information1. Award TypeSimplified Grant or Fixed Obligation Grant (Simplified Grant Format (ADS 303.3.24))2. TimingThe review process for all sub-grants will take 6-8 weeks, following which all successfulapplicants will be contacted.5