Deadline: 30-Jun-22
The Caribbean Vulnerable Communities Coalition (CVC), through funding made possible by the “Global Fund,” is pleased to announce the Covid-19 Assistance Grant for Food Vouchers.
The pandemic has exacerbated existing inequalities and had a disproportionate impact on communities that are less equipped to deal with its economic impacts. This grant is aimed at mitigating the Impact of COVID-19 on Key Population Members by providing food vouchers in these harrowing times. A maximum of US$2500 dollars per organization is available to purchase Food items for a 3-month period.
Permissible Items: Permissible items include personal hygiene products (deodorant, soap, toothpaste, shampoo, sanitary napkin), child care products, and grocery items.
Benefits
- The suggested food voucher amount is as follows:
- Persons/families without dependent US$50 or local currency equivalent
- Persons/families with dependent US$75 or local currency equivalent
Eligibility Criteria
- Community Organizations from Belize, Jamaica, and Suriname are invited to apply for this funding. Organizations are required to purchase grocery vouchers from reputable supermarkets or grocery stores.
Ineligible Items: alcohol, cigarettes, pet food, and any leisure items.
For more information, visit https://www.cvccoalition.org/blog/small-grants-provide-social-protection-support-key-population-members-affected-covid-19
