Diversifying humanitarian funding tools

As humanitarian needs and funding requirements for large-scale and protracted crises continue to grow, crises not covered by an inter-agency coordinated appeal continue to generate humanitarian needs and increase vulnerability, which, if ignored, can compound over time. In this context, humanitarians are working to provide more effective aid and flexible funding to all types of crises. The Start Fund—the first multidonor pooled fund managed by NGOs— aims to fill this gap by providing grants to its members within 72 hours of a response activation. The goal is to respond to emergencies that may not receive the same level of funding or attention as large-scale or protracted crises.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Zero Hunger

Gender Equality

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions