TIP Office International Programs to Combat Human Trafficking Annual Program Statement

Scores listed: 100 points (the notice's total wasn't found; check it).

Narrative limit: 7 pages (check the notice for what counts toward it).

1. Quality and Feasibility of the Program Idea (30 points, about 2 pages)
   What reviewers look for (notice p. 15): The program idea is well developed, with detail about how program activities will be carried out, and includes a reasonable implementation timeline. The proposal adheres to Administration priorities outlined in the National Security Strategy, executive orders, the FY 2026-2030 Department of State Agency Strategic Plan, and country-specific recommendations in the annual Trafficking in Persons Report.
   [[NEEDS: your answer to this criterion, with facts and numbers from your organization]]

2. Organizational Capacity and Record on Previous Grants (20 points, about 1.5 pages)
   What reviewers look for (notice p. 15): The organization has expertise in its stated field and has the internal controls in place to manage federal funds. This includes a financial management system and a bank account. If sub-awards are proposed, applicant demonstrates experience managing subawards.
   [[NEEDS: your answer to this criterion, with facts and numbers from your organization]]

3. Program Planning/Ability to Achieve Objectives (15 points, about 1 page)
   What reviewers look for (notice p. 15): Goals and objectives are clearly stated and program approach is likely to provide maximum impact in achieving the proposed results.
   [[NEEDS: your answer to this criterion, with facts and numbers from your organization]]

4. Budget (10 points, about 0.5 pages)
   What reviewers look for (notice p. 15): The budget justification is detailed. Costs are reasonable in relation to the proposed activities and anticipated results. The budget is realistic, accounting for all necessary expenses to achieve proposed activities.
   [[NEEDS: your answer to this criterion, with facts and numbers from your organization]]

5. Monitoring and Evaluation Plan (15 points, about 1 page)
   What reviewers look for (notice p. 15): Applicant demonstrates it is able to measure program success against key indicators and provides milestones to indicate progress toward goals outlined in the proposal. The program includes output and outcome indicators and shows how and when those will be measured.
   [[NEEDS: your answer to this criterion, with facts and numbers from your organization]]

6. Sustainability (10 points, about 0.5 pages)
   What reviewers look for (notice p. 15): Program activities will continue to have positive impact after the end of the program.
   [[NEEDS: your answer to this criterion, with facts and numbers from your organization]]