Purpose & Implementation Arrangements

Purpose and Objectives:
To support small-scale, community-based projects that reduce disaster risk in vulnerable communities.

Implementation arrangements:

  • Proposals are requested in September and March of each year.
  • Projects are expected to fall within the CAD $25,000 to CAD $75,000 range.
  • Proposals will be accepted from eligible non-governmental organizations (NGOs), civil society organizations (CSOs), voluntary organizations, and government agencies in the 12 CARICOM member states.
  • Proposals will be reviewed on a competitive basis by a Project Steering Committee (PSC).
  • The final decision on the selection of projects for funding will be made by the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD) Canada.
  • Funds will be dispersed to the successful project organizations following the signing of the Contribution Agreement (contract) with DFATD.

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