World Food Programme: Innovation Accelerator Programme 2019 (Win up to 100,000 USD in funding )
World Food Programme: Innovation Accelerator Programme 2019 (Win up to 100,000 USD in funding )
The World Food Programme is inviting applications for the 2019 Innovation Accelerator Programme. The program identifies, nurtures and scales bold solutions to hunger globally. The program aims to support WFP innovators and external start-ups and companies through financial support, access to a network of experts and a global field reach.
The Innovation Accelerator Programme believes the way forward in the fight against hunger is not necessarily in building grand plans, but identifying and testing solutions in an agile way. It is a space where the world can find out what works and what doesn’t in addressing hunger – a place where we can be bold, and fail as well as succeed.
EligibilityE
If applicants are a start-up…
Their start-up must be incorporated at the time of application. It can be for profit or not for profit.
Their innovation must at least be at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage. Proof of concept is preferred.
Their proposal must show how working with WFP will serve their long-term strategy.
If applicants are a WFP employee…
Their team must have evidence of Country Office support and management buy-in.
Everybody working at WFP is encouraged to apply, regardless of their contract type or function.
They accept project applications from WFP employees who are collaborating with NGOs, government or private sector.
Benefits
Applicants will receive up to 100,000 USD in funding, mentorship from industry experts and access to the world’s largest humanitarian organisation.
Selection Criteria
Applications to the WFP Innovation Accelerator are scored according to a standard set of criteria, and are reviewed by both internal and external experts. They look for startups that meet the following expectations:
Impact for the people they serve and potential to reach Zero Hunger
Feasibility, including time to deliver impact, technology maturity, and user traction
Level of innovation
Financial sustainability with a clear business case that does not rely on WFP funding
Team strength, experience, and commitment
Funding information
Applicants will receive up to 100,000 USD in funding, mentorship from industry experts and access to the world’s largest humanitarian organisation.
