Call for Proposals: Thriving Farmers, Resilient Ecosystems

The Thriving Farmers, Resilient Ecosystems initiative by the Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) seeks transformative projects to boost smallholder incomes and regenerate ecosystems. We invite SMEs, cooperatives, and NGOs to propose initiatives that align commercial viability with environmental and social sustainability. For details, visit africatraininginstitute.org.

Mission: Thriving Farmers, Resilient Ecosystems

The CFC aims to alleviate poverty by enhancing the income-generating capacity of commodity producers and reducing economic vulnerability, fostering sustainable value chains that empower smallholders and protect ecosystems.

Vision

To transform the commodity sector in developing countries into a major driver of poverty alleviation and sustained economic growth through inclusive and sustainable practices.

Priority Areas

The CFC supports projects under the Thriving Farmers, Resilient Ecosystems initiative focusing on:

• Trade Finance for Companies – Connecting smallholder farmers with global markets.
• Regenerative Agriculture & Biodiversity Protection.
• Local Value Addition with Low Environmental Impact.
• Agtech and Digital Tools for Inclusive, Sustainable, and Transparent Value Chains.
• Improving Financial Access for Smallholder Farmers.
• Women Entrepreneurship and Business Solutions with a Gender Lens.

27th Call for Proposals: Specific Focus

The 27th Call for Proposals emphasizes:

• Sustainable use and conservation of forest resources in the Congo Basin (Cameroon, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Republic of Congo).
• High-impact projects with small ticket sizes (up to USD 500,000) in Senegal, Tanzania, Malawi, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Zambia, Mozambique, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Zimbabwe.

Who Should Apply?

SMEs, cooperatives, social enterprises, NGOs, and public/private sector entities based in or operating in CFC member countries are eligible. Applicants must have at least 3 years of operational history and propose financially viable projects aligned with the Thriving Farmers, Resilient Ecosystems mission. Priority is given to Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), and Small Island Developing Countries (SIDCs).

Application Process

Submit applications in English, including the application form and Balance Sheet/Income Statement, available at:

• Application Form (PDF and Word)
• General: Balance Sheet and Income Statement (Excel)
• Financial Institutions: Balance Sheet and Income Statement (Excel)

For queries, contact opencall@common-fund.org.

Submission Details

• Deadline: 29 September 2025

Join the Thriving Farmers, Resilient Ecosystems initiative to build sustainable value chains that empower smallholders and restore ecosystems. Submit proposals via www.common-fund.org and learn more at africatraininginstitute.org.