Deadline: 30-Jun-2026
The World Food Programme (WFP) is inviting humanitarian organizations registered in Haiti to submit project proposals that strengthen the economic, environmental, and nutritional resilience of vulnerable populations in the communes of Corail and Pestel, located in Haiti’s Grand’Anse department. The initiative focuses on food security, livelihood support, natural resource management, nutrition promotion, climate resilience, and community asset rehabilitation.
Through cash assistance, capacity-building activities, environmental restoration, and nutrition-focused interventions, the programme aims to improve the resilience of food-insecure households while supporting sustainable community development.
What is the WFP Haiti Resilience and Nutrition Initiative?
The World Food Programme (WFP) is implementing this initiative under its National Strategic Plan to help vulnerable communities in Haiti better withstand and recover from economic, environmental, and social shocks.
The programme seeks to strengthen household and community resilience by combining:
- Livelihood support
- Food security interventions
- Nutrition promotion
- Environmental restoration
- Capacity development
- Community asset creation
The initiative specifically targets vulnerable populations in the communes of Corail and Pestel in the Grand’Anse department.
Programme Objectives
The project aims to:
- Improve food security among vulnerable households
- Strengthen livelihoods and income opportunities
- Promote nutrition and healthy practices
- Enhance climate resilience
- Restore and rehabilitate community assets
- Improve natural resource management
- Increase community capacity and self-reliance
- Support sustainable local development
Geographic Focus
The programme will be implemented in:
Corail Commune
Activities will support vulnerable households and communities affected by food insecurity and environmental challenges.
Pestel Commune
Interventions will focus on strengthening resilience, improving livelihoods, and enhancing community wellbeing.
Both communes are located in the Grand’Anse department of Haiti.
Key Focus Areas
Projects should contribute to one or more of the following areas.
1. Food Assistance for Assets (FFA)
Activities may include:
- Community infrastructure rehabilitation
- Land restoration projects
- Watershed management
- Soil conservation activities
- Productive asset creation
Food or cash assistance is provided in exchange for participation in approved community activities.
2. Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA)
Projects may support:
- Conditional cash transfers
- Household purchasing power
- Access to food and basic services
- Recovery from economic shocks
Cash assistance helps vulnerable families meet immediate needs while participating in resilience-building activities.
3. Livelihood Strengthening
Eligible interventions include:
- Income-generating activities
- Skills development
- Agricultural support
- Community-based enterprises
- Economic empowerment initiatives
4. Natural Resources Management
Projects may focus on:
- Soil conservation
- Water resource management
- Watershed protection
- Sustainable land use practices
- Ecosystem restoration
5. Climate Action and Environmental Protection
Activities may include:
- Climate adaptation measures
- Environmental restoration
- Community resilience planning
- Sustainable natural resource use
- Climate-smart practices
6. Nutrition Promotion
Projects should support:
- Nutrition education
- Dietary diversity awareness
- Community nutrition programmes
- Malnutrition prevention
- Maternal and child nutrition
7. Capacity Building and Training
The programme emphasizes:
- Technical skills development
- Household resilience training
- Community leadership development
- Socio-emotional learning activities
- Asset management training
8. Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC)
Activities may target:
- Young girls
- Mothers
- Caregivers
- Community groups
Topics may include:
- Nutrition practices
- Hygiene promotion
- Gender awareness
- Community wellbeing
- Healthy behavior adoption
Who Is Eligible?
Eligible Applicants
The call is open to:
- Humanitarian organizations
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Civil society organizations
- Community-based organizations
- Non-profit organizations
Applicants must be:
- Legally registered in Haiti
- Operational within relevant sectors
- Capable of implementing community-based resilience programmes
Preferred Experience
Organizations with experience in:
- Food security
- Nutrition
- Livelihoods
- Community development
- Cash assistance programmes
- Climate resilience
- Environmental restoration
may be particularly well positioned to apply.
Expected Results
Successful projects are expected to contribute to measurable improvements in community resilience.
Environmental Outcomes
Projects may achieve:
- Improved soil conservation
- Better water management
- Enhanced watershed protection
- Increased environmental sustainability
Economic Outcomes
Expected benefits include:
- Improved household livelihoods
- Greater economic resilience
- Increased access to income opportunities
- Stronger local food systems
Social Outcomes
Projects may deliver:
- Improved nutrition knowledge
- Better hygiene practices
- Increased community participation
- Enhanced gender awareness
Infrastructure and Community Outcomes
Expected results include:
- Rehabilitation of community assets
- Improved access to irrigation
- Better access to markets
- Enhanced community services
Why This Funding Matters
Many households in Grand’Anse face recurring challenges related to:
- Food insecurity
- Climate shocks
- Environmental degradation
- Limited livelihood opportunities
- Poor infrastructure
- Nutritional vulnerabilities
This initiative addresses these interconnected challenges through an integrated approach that combines humanitarian assistance with long-term resilience building.
By strengthening local capacities and restoring productive assets, communities can become more self-reliant and better prepared for future shocks.
How the Programme Works
Step 1: Community Assessment
Identify vulnerable households, local challenges, and priority needs.
Step 2: Asset Creation and Rehabilitation
Implement community projects such as:
- Irrigation improvements
- Soil conservation works
- Water management systems
- Community infrastructure rehabilitation
Step 3: Cash Assistance Delivery
Provide conditional cash transfers linked to participation in approved project activities.
Step 4: Capacity Building
Deliver training on:
- Livelihood development
- Resource management
- Nutrition
- Community asset maintenance
Step 5: Nutrition and Awareness Activities
Conduct community education sessions focused on:
- Nutrition
- Hygiene
- Gender equality
- Healthy household practices
Step 6: Monitoring and Sustainability
Support communities in maintaining assets and sustaining project outcomes over time.
What Makes a Strong Proposal?
Competitive proposals typically demonstrate:
- Strong community engagement
- Clear resilience-building outcomes
- Experience in humanitarian programming
- Integration of nutrition and livelihoods
- Effective environmental approaches
- Gender-sensitive programming
- Measurable impact indicators
- Sustainability planning
Common Application Mistakes to Avoid
Avoid the following:
- Weak community participation plans
- Limited focus on sustainability
- Unclear beneficiary targeting
- Lack of measurable outcomes
- Insufficient nutrition integration
- Poor environmental considerations
- Inadequate monitoring frameworks
- Missing organizational capacity evidence
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who is funding this opportunity?
The programme is funded by the World Food Programme (WFP) under its National Strategic Plan for Haiti.
2. Where will the project be implemented?
Activities will take place in the communes of Corail and Pestel in Haiti’s Grand’Anse department.
3. Who can apply?
Humanitarian and non-profit organizations legally registered in Haiti are eligible to submit proposals.
4. What types of activities are supported?
Projects may include cash assistance, livelihood support, nutrition promotion, environmental restoration, community asset rehabilitation, and capacity-building activities.
5. Does the programme include direct cash support?
Yes. Conditional cash transfers and cash-based assistance form a key component of the initiative.
6. Is nutrition a required component?
Nutrition promotion, awareness raising, and behavior change communication are important elements of the programme.
7. What are the expected long-term outcomes?
The initiative seeks to improve food security, strengthen livelihoods, restore natural resources, increase climate resilience, and enhance the overall wellbeing of vulnerable communities.
Conclusion
The WFP Haiti Resilience and Nutrition Initiative offers an important opportunity for humanitarian organizations to support vulnerable communities in Corail and Pestel through integrated resilience-building interventions. By combining livelihood support, cash assistance, environmental restoration, nutrition promotion, and capacity development, the programme aims to create lasting improvements in food security, community resilience, and sustainable development across the Grand’Anse department.
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