Special Characters in Submissions Grants.gov does not accept all UTF-8 special characters in file attachment names. Applicants are
able to enter all special characters from the UTF-8-character set when submitting applications
and information to Grants.gov. However, if the grantor's system is not yet compatible with these
special characters, the grantor system may produce garbled or missing text in the application. As
a result, the application may be rejected.
E. Technical Requirements for Application When submitting a proposal, applicants are required to include the following documents and information from Sections 1–5 below, as applicable: Section 1—Standard Form 424 Family All submissions must include the SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance (Attachment 1) and
the SF-424A Budget Information—Non-Construction (Attachment 2). These forms and the
instructions for completing them are available at
http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/forms.html
under the heading “SF-424 Family.” NOTE: The SF-424B is required only for those applicants
who have not registered in SAM.gov or recertified their registration in SAM.gov since February
2, 2019 and completed the online representations and certifications. An authorized signature by
the applicant must be provided on this form.
Please note:
1. Other items NOT required/requested for submission, but which may be requested if your
application is approved for funding include:
a. Copies of an organization or program audit within the last two (2) years
b. Copies of relevant human resources, financial, or procurement policies
c. Copies of other relevant organizational policies or documentation that would help
the Department determine your organization’s capacity to manage a federal grant
award overseas.
2. The Embassy reserves the right to request any additional programmatic and/or financial
information regarding the proposal.
