Local Organizations Network Project (LON)

Eligible Applicants

Additional Requirements

Local non-governmental entities are eligible to submit a concept paper. USAID welcomes concept papers/applications from organizations which have not previously received financial assistance from USAID. Only local organizations as defined below are eligible for award. USAID defines a local entity as an individual, a corporation, a nonprofit organization, or another body of persons that:(1) Is legally organized under the laws of; and(2) Has as its principal place of business or operations in; and(3) Is majority owned by individuals who are citizens or lawful permanent residents of; and(4) Is managed by a governing body the majority of who are citizens or lawful permanent residents of the country receiving assistance.For purposes of this section, majority owned and managed by include, without limitation, beneficiary interests and the power, either directly or indirectly, whether exercised or exercisable, to control the election, appointment, or tenure of the organizations managers or a majority of the organizations governing body by any means.The recipients must be responsible entities and must have the necessary organizational experience, accounting, operational controls and technical skills, or ability to obtain them in order to achieve the objectives of the project and comply with the terms and conditions of the award.Concept papers from organizations that do not meet the above eligibility criteria will not be reviewed and evaluated. Individuals are not eligible to apply for this APS.

Geographic Eligibility

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