ELIGIBILITY:

If you are a start-up…

Your start-up must be incorporated at the time of application. It can be for profit or not-for-profit.

Your innovation must at least be at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage. Proof-of-concept and initial traction is preferred.

Your solution should be financially viable.

Your proposal must show how working with WFP will serve your long-term strategy.

If you are a WFP employee…

Your team must have evidence of Country Office support and management buy-in.

You are encouraged to apply, regardless of your contract type or function.

We accept applications from WFP employees who are collaborating with NGOs, government or private sectors.

BENEFIT:

Funding: Apply to receive up to USD 100,000 in equity-free funding, with further funding dependent upon progress and measurable achievement of key targets

Access to WFP Operations: Successful teams will work with WFP’s global network of partners and field operations across more than 120 countries and territories; Teams may also qualify for further funding and support if they are scaling innovations that have proven their concepts and value for social impact.

Hands-On Support: You’ll have the chance to work with technical and industry mentors who will provide guidance and accelerate your progress. Selected social innovations will participate in a three to five days long WFP Innovation Bootcamp and Pitch Event

Networking: Teams will be able to tap into and leverage our strong network of public, private, and government partners to accelerate implementation