Opportunity Information: Apply for 72061321RFA00009
The Promoting Constitutionalism Activity is a USAID/Zimbabwe (USAID-Harare) grant opportunity designed to strengthen constitutional governance by helping build a broader culture of rule of law and greater respect for, and implementation of, the rights and obligations laid out in Zimbabwe's Constitution. At its core, the opportunity is grounded in the idea of constitutionalism: a system where government power is constrained by law, and where the Constitution serves as the benchmark against which public institutions, legislation, policies, and day-to-day practices should be judged in order to protect individual and group rights and sustain a democratic society.
The activity is structured around three main objectives. First, it aims to increase the ability and effectiveness of civil society organizations to advocate for reforms that are rooted in constitutional principles, meaning reforms that align laws and governance practices with what the Constitution promises. Second, it seeks to raise public understanding of constitutional rights and responsibilities so that citizens are better informed and more prepared to demand constitution-driven reforms, not only in theory but in practical governance and service delivery. Third, it focuses on strengthening the capacity of local institutions to advance and support constitutional implementation, recognizing that lasting change requires capable institutions that can translate constitutional commitments into functioning systems, procedures, and enforcement.
USAID frames this solicitation as a continuation and refinement of earlier investments that supported civil society advocacy for constitutional alignment and implementation through multiple awards. Rather than starting from scratch, the intent is to build on previous progress, consolidate gains, and maintain or accelerate momentum for political, social, and economic reforms tied to constitutional commitments. In practice, this signals an emphasis on deepening constitutional awareness and reform programming, sharpening strategies that have worked, and sustaining pressure and engagement around reform efforts over time.
A central theme in the opportunity is inclusion, particularly the meaningful participation of women and youth. USAID explicitly encourages approaches that are gender-sensitive and youth-inclusive, reflecting the view that constitutional culture is stronger when groups that are often underrepresented in formal political and policy spaces are actively engaged in awareness-building, advocacy, and demand generation. The opportunity therefore points applicants toward programming that does not treat inclusion as an add-on, but as an integrated component of how constitutional education, civic engagement, and reform advocacy are designed and delivered.
From an administrative standpoint, the funding instrument is a cooperative agreement, which typically implies a more collaborative relationship between the awardee and USAID than a standard grant, with substantial involvement by the agency during implementation. The opportunity number is 72061321RFA00009, categorized as "Other" for both the opportunity category and funding activity category (with clarification referenced in the original solicitation text). The CFDA number listed is 98.001. USAID anticipated making one award, with an award ceiling of $5,000,000. The opportunity was posted on April 21, 2021, with an original closing date of June 2, 2021. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with additional eligibility details indicated as being provided in the full solicitation documentation.Apply for 72061321RFA00009
- The Agency for International Development, Zimbabwe USAID-Harare in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Promoting Constitutionalism Activity" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 98.001.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 21, 2021.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 02, 2021. (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 $5,000,000.00 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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