Application Deadline:
1 April 2026
About Organisation
The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) is an autonomous intergovernmental financial institution operating within the United Nations framework. Established through an agreement negotiated at UNCTAD between 1976 and 1980 and operational since 1989, the CFC supports commodity-dependent developing countries. With 101 member states and nine institutional members, the Fund works to strengthen and diversify commodity sectors. Its mission is to alleviate poverty by improving the income-generating capacity of commodity producers and reducing their economic vulnerability, while promoting sustainable growth, resilience, and inclusive development.
About the Grant
The CFC 28th Call for Proposals supports transformative, high-impact projects that empower smallholder farmers, strengthen resilient ecosystems, and promote inclusive community development. The grant focuses on aligning commercial viability with environmental regeneration and social inclusion. Supported projects aim to improve access to high-value markets, encourage climate-smart and regenerative agricultural practices, enable local value addition, and protect biodiversity. Priority is given to initiatives that build sustainable value chains where smallholders, workers, and local enterprises benefit equitably, fostering long-term income growth, dignity, and ecological resilience.
Who can Apply?
Applications are open to SMEs, cooperatives, social enterprises, NGOs, and public or private sector entities based in, or actively operating within, any of the 101 CFC member countries. Applicants must demonstrate a minimum of three years of operational history and relevant experience in implementing financially viable projects. Proposals should focus on improving smallholder livelihoods and inclusive local development. Applications from Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, Small Island Developing Countries, and projects linked to Congo Basin forest conservation are particularly encouraged.
How to Apply?
Applicants must submit a completed application form along with the required financial documents, including balance sheets and income statements. All submissions must be made in English only. Proposals should clearly align with the CFC’s priority areas and demonstrate financial viability, impact on smallholders, and environmental sustainability. Applications are assessed competitively under the open call for proposals process.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the CFC 28th Call for Proposals is 1 April 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered for evaluation.
Last Date To Apply
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