WFP Additional Contribution 2014 – CASH – in Response to Ukraine Crisis (Abteilungsbudget) – EMOP 200765

Project completed

In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding to respond to changing needs in humanitarian crises. SDC funding to WFP operations allows the World Food Programme (WFP) to respond proactively and to provide immediate food assistance in life-threatening situations and underfunded emergencies.

Country/region Topic Period Budget
Ukraine
Ukraine
Humanitarian Assistance & DRR
Emergency food assistance
01.12.2014 - 31.12.2014
CHF 1'000'000
Background

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger and under-nutrition. Every year, WFP provides food assistance to more than 100 million people, mostly women and children.

WFP is Switzerland’s largest United Nations humanitarian aid multilateral partner.

Objectives

Providing immediate food assistance in life-threatening situations and underfunded emergencies.

Target groups

WFP beneficiaries worldwide

Medium-term outcomes

WFP provides emergency food assistance in 75 countries in the aftermath of natural or man-made disasters and supports food assistance programmes that bridge the gap between relief and recovery, helping communities build a better future.

Results

Expected results:  

Food assistance is provided to WFP beneficiaries worldwide.


Results from previous phases:  

N/A


Directorate/federal office responsible SDC
Credit area Humanitarian aid
Project partners Contract partner
United Nations Organization (UNO)
  • World Food Programme


Budget Current phase Swiss budget CHF   1'000'000 Swiss disbursement to date CHF   1'000'000
Project phases

Phase 1 01.12.2014 - 31.12.2014   (Completed)