Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAISB 22 AW 022 01282022
The University Partnership Countering Climate Change in Sindh and Balochistan is a U.S. Department of State grant opportunity run through the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Consulate in Karachi (PAS Karachi). It funds a structured partnership between one or more accredited, four-year U.S. colleges or universities and three specific Pakistani institutions: Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) in Tandojam and Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET) in Sindh, plus Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water and Marine Sciences (LUAWMS) in Balochistan. The overall theme is countering climate change, with proposals expected to address both adaptation and mitigation in ways that fit the realities of the two provinces.
The grant is designed to strengthen higher education and applied research capacity through university-to-university collaboration. PAS Karachi is looking for projects that improve or expand climate-related curriculum, support collaborative research, and create practical channels for knowledge exchange. The opportunity specifically highlights activities such as virtual teaching exchanges, sharing pedagogical materials and resources, professional development for faculty, and exchanges that involve both faculty and students. Rather than prescribing a single model, the NOFO keeps the approach intentionally flexible so applicants can propose innovative, tailored partnerships that match the U.S. institution's strengths while meeting the priorities of SAU, MUET, and LUAWMS. A strong proposal is expected to show how the partnership will produce durable outputs, such as new courses, joint research initiatives, training systems, or institutional structures that can continue after the grant ends.
Another important feature is the emphasis on real-world impact. The notice suggests projects should aim to generate activities, products, or university-based structures that help drive policy action, meaning the partnership should ideally connect academic work to public decision-making, technical practice, or evidence-based planning around climate challenges. Applicants are also encouraged to consult directly with SAU, MUET, and LUAWMS while developing the proposal, implying that co-design, clear division of roles, and alignment with each Pakistani university's needs and capabilities will matter in the review.
Eligibility is limited to U.S. accredited four-year colleges and universities that meet the requirements associated with 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3). The funding instrument is a discretionary grant under CFDA 19.501, offered by the Department of State, U.S. Mission to Pakistan. The award amount is tightly defined: proposals must request at least $450,000 and no more than $500,000. PAS Karachi anticipates making one award, and any award is contingent on the availability of funds.
Projects are expected to run for a substantial period, with an implementation timeline of 24 to 36 months. Proposals need to clearly lay out a timeframe and plan for achieving the stated objectives within that window, including what will be delivered, when key milestones will be reached, and how collaboration and exchanges will be organized and sustained. The opportunity was created on January 28, 2022, and originally closed on March 30, 2022, under funding opportunity number SCAISB 22 AW 022 01282022.Apply for SCAISB 22 AW 022 01282022
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Pakistan in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "University Partnership Countering Climate Change in Sindh and Balochistan" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.501.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 28, 2022.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 30, 2022. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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FAQs: University Partnership Countering Climate Change in Sindh and Balochistan (PAS Karachi)
1) What is this grant opportunity called?
The opportunity is titled "University Partnership Countering Climate Change in Sindh and Balochistan."
2) Which U.S. government office is running this opportunity?
It is a U.S. Department of State grant opportunity run through the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Consulate in Karachi (PAS Karachi).
3) What is the overall focus of the grant?
The overall theme is countering climate change, with proposals expected to address both climate adaptation and climate mitigation in ways that fit the realities of Sindh and Balochistan.
4) What type of partnership is being funded?
The grant funds a structured university-to-university partnership between one or more accredited, four-year U.S. colleges or universities and three specific Pakistani institutions.
5) Which Pakistani universities must be included in the partnership?
The partnership is specifically with:
- Sindh Agriculture University (SAU), Tandojam (Sindh)
- Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET) (Sindh)
- Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water and Marine Sciences (LUAWMS) (Balochistan)
6) Can a proposal include more than one U.S. university?
Yes. The notice states the partnership can involve one or more accredited, four-year U.S. colleges or universities.
7) What is the primary goal of the grant?
The grant is designed to strengthen higher education and applied research capacity through university-to-university collaboration focused on climate change.
8) What kinds of activities does PAS Karachi want to see?
The opportunity highlights activities such as improving or expanding climate-related curriculum, supporting collaborative research, and creating practical channels for knowledge exchange.
9) Are there specific example activities mentioned in the notice?
Yes. Examples called out include virtual teaching exchanges, sharing pedagogical materials and resources, professional development for faculty, and exchanges that involve both faculty and students.
10) Does the opportunity require a single prescribed project model?
No. The NOFO is intentionally flexible, allowing applicants to propose innovative, tailored partnerships aligned with the U.S. institution's strengths and the priorities of SAU, MUET, and LUAWMS.
11) What does a "strong proposal" need to demonstrate?
A strong proposal is expected to show how the partnership will produce durable outputs that can continue after the grant ends, such as new courses, joint research initiatives, training systems, or institutional structures.
12) How important is real-world or policy impact?
Real-world impact is emphasized. The notice suggests projects should aim to generate activities, products, or university-based structures that help drive policy action by connecting academic work to public decision-making, technical practice, or evidence-based planning on climate challenges.
13) Are applicants expected to coordinate with the Pakistani partner universities during proposal development?
Yes. Applicants are encouraged to consult directly with SAU, MUET, and LUAWMS while developing the proposal, indicating that co-design, clear roles, and alignment with each institution's needs will matter.
14) Who is eligible to apply on the U.S. side?
Eligibility is limited to U.S. accredited four-year colleges and universities that meet the requirements associated with 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3).
15) What is the funding instrument and program reference listed?
The funding instrument is a discretionary grant under CFDA 19.501, offered by the Department of State, U.S. Mission to Pakistan.
16) What is the required funding request range?
Proposals must request at least $450,000 and no more than $500,000.
17) How many awards does PAS Karachi expect to make?
PAS Karachi anticipates making one award.
18) Is funding guaranteed?
No. Any award is contingent on the availability of funds.
19) What is the expected project period?
Projects are expected to run for 24 to 36 months.
20) What should the proposal include regarding the implementation timeline?
The proposal needs to clearly lay out a timeframe and plan for achieving objectives within the 24 to 36 month window, including deliverables, key milestones, and how collaboration and exchanges will be organized and sustained.
21) What are examples of "durable outputs" the partnership might produce?
The notice provides examples including new courses, joint research initiatives, training systems, or institutional structures designed to continue after the grant ends.
22) What is the funding opportunity number for this NOFO?
The funding opportunity number is SCAISB 22 AW 022 01282022.
23) When was this opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on January 28, 2022.
24) When did the original application period close?
The notice originally closed on March 30, 2022.
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