Call for EOIs: WFP Lebanon School Meals Programme 2026-28

The World Food Programme (WFP), in partnership with Lebanon’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE), invites partners to support its School Meals Programme. The initiative aims to provide healthy meals and snacks to vulnerable Lebanese and refugee children across all Lebanese governorates, reaching up to 150,000 students in 421 public schools from 01 August 2026 to 31 July 2028.

Programme Overview

The WFP School Meals Programme addresses gaps in access to primary education and nutrition for vulnerable children in Lebanon. It targets both Lebanese and refugee populations and integrates multiple food delivery modalities while strengthening school capacities.

Objectives and Focus Areas

• Education Support: Improve school attendance and learning outcomes through meal provision

• Nutrition Support: Ensure access to healthy, safe, and adequate meals for primary school students

• Geographic Coverage: All governorates of Lebanon, including Mohafazat Baalbek-Hermel, Nabatiye, Liban-Nord, Beyrouth, Mont-Liban, Aakkar, and Beqaa

• Target Beneficiaries: Up to 150,000 students in approximately 421 public schools

Programme Modalities

• In-School Snacks: Provision of daily nutritious snacks for students

• School Kitchens: Operation and management of school kitchen facilities

• Take-Home Rations: Distribution of food packages for home consumption to complement in-school meals

• Capacity Strengthening: Workshops and training for school staff to enhance programme delivery and compliance with nutrition and food safety standards

Responsibilities of Selected Partners

• Deliver all School Meals modalities in compliance with WFP food safety and operational standards

• Manage logistics for in-school snack provision, school kitchen operations, and take-home rations

• Conduct capacity-building workshops for school personnel and local partners

• Submit a consolidated budget covering all programme activities for selected governorates

• Monitor and report on programme delivery, reach, and impact

Geographic Implementation Options

Applicants may propose coverage in one or more of the following areas:

• Bekaa and Baalbeck-Hermel governorates

• North and Akkar governorates

• El Nabatieh and South governorates

• Mount Lebanon and Beirut governorates

Who Can Apply

• NGOs, civil society organizations, and humanitarian partners with experience in school feeding programs

• Organizations capable of implementing large-scale food distribution and nutrition interventions across multiple governorates

• Partners able to ensure adherence to WFP operational and food safety standards

How to Apply

1. Prepare a detailed project proposal outlining targeted schools, number of beneficiaries, and proposed modalities

2. Include a consolidated budget covering all proposed activities and geographic areas

3. Describe operational capacity for food distribution, kitchen management, take-home rations, and capacity-building workshops

4. Submit the proposal through the WFP Lebanon grants submission portal before the stated deadline

Priority Considerations

• Demonstrated experience in school feeding or large-scale nutrition programs

• Capacity to reach multiple governorates and deliver integrated modalities

• Ability to ensure strict food safety and quality control

• Commitment to monitoring, reporting, and compliance with WFP standards

FAQ

1. What is the programme period? 01 August 2026 to 31 July 2028
2. How many students will be served? Up to 150,000 students across 421 public schools
3. Which governorates are included? Baalbek-Hermel, Nabatiye, Liban-Nord, Beyrouth, Mont-Liban, Aakkar, and Beqaa
4. What modalities are included? In-school snacks, school kitchens, take-home rations, and capacity-strengthening workshops
5. Who is eligible to apply? NGOs, civil society, and humanitarian organizations with experience in school feeding programs
6. Is a consolidated budget required? Yes, proposals must submit a single consolidated budget covering all activities
7. What are the reporting requirements? Regular monitoring and reporting on beneficiaries reached, program delivery, and food safety compliance

Conclusion

The WFP Lebanon School Meals Programme provides a critical opportunity for partners to improve access to education and nutrition for vulnerable children. Selected partners will implement integrated school feeding interventions across multiple governorates, strengthening school capacities and ensuring safe, equitable, and impactful delivery of meals to students.