Sprint Programme<\/strong>:\u00a0The best teams are\u00a0selected\u00a0to participate in a\u00a0three-to-six-month Sprint Programme, where\u00a0they receive up to USD 100,000 in funding, field access, and hands-on support\u00a0so that they can test the solution\u2019s impact and scalability for WFP. To support implementation, the Accelerator helps teams\u00a0connect with a global\u00a0network of mentors, including private sector and non-profit experts, donors and WFP Country Offices.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nBenefits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\nFunding<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n | \nAccess to WFP Operations<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n | \nHands-On Support<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n | \nNetworking<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
| Apply to receive up to $100,000 in equity-free funding, with further funding dependent upon progress and measurable achievement of key targets.<\/td>\n | Successful teams will work with WFP units on the ground to further develop and refine their solutions.<\/td>\n | You\u2019ll have the chance to work with technical and industry mentors who will provide guidance and accelerate your progress.<\/td>\n | Teams will be able to tap into and leverage our strong network of public, private, and government partners to accelerate implementation.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n If you are a start-up\u2026<\/div>\n\n \n- Your start-up must be incorporated at the time of application. It can be for profit or not-for-profit.<\/li>\n
- Your innovation must at least be at the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage. Proof-of-concept and initial traction is preferred.<\/li>\n
- Your solution should be financially viable.<\/li>\n
- Your proposal must show how working with WFP will serve your long-term strategy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Criteria<\/strong>
\nApplications submitted to the WFP Innovation Accelerator are assessed according to a standard set of criteria, and are reviewed by both WFP and external experts. Please note that we prioritize projects that are designed alongside our core users\u2014vulnerable communities\u2014and that show initial traction and market validation to ensure impact and maximize cost-effectiveness.
\nThey are looking for innovations that meet the following expectations:<\/p>\n \n- Impact for the people we serve and potential to reach Zero Hunger<\/li>\n
- Feasibility, including time to deliver impact, technology maturity, and user traction<\/li>\n
- Level of innovation<\/li>\n
- Financial sustainability with a clear business case that does not rely on WFP funding<\/li>\n
- Team strength, experience, and commitment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Application<\/strong>
\nClick here to apply<\/a>.<\/b>
\nFor more information, visit\u00a0WFP Innovation Accelerator<\/strong><\/a>.
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