Apply Now: C-CAF Climate Quick Impact Grants for Frontline Communities in Vanuatu 2025

While traditional climate finance has largely been directed toward major infrastructure projects, the C-CAF aims to decentralize funding by empowering communities directly—particularly those facing existential threats such as sea-level rise, displacement, and severe ecosystem degradation.

Objectives of the C-CAF Climate Quick Impact Grants

The C-CAF grants aim to:

• Enhance community resilience to climate change and environmental degradation;

• Bridge the climate finance gap at the local level;

• Enable adaptive responses tailored to local needs;

• Support community-driven projects with inclusive, gender-sensitive, and culturally appropriate approaches.

Key Features of the Grant Program

Sectors of Impact
C-CAF will fund projects in critical community service sectors, including:

• Water and Sanitation – Equitable access to clean water and sanitation for vulnerable groups including women and persons with disabilities.

• Health – Climate-resilient healthcare with a focus on reproductive, maternal, and child health.

• Environment – Restoration and conservation projects integrating indigenous and traditional knowledge.

• Housing – Inclusive and resilient housing infrastructure.

• Workforce Development – Economic opportunities, particularly for women, youth, and marginalized groups.

Targeted Impact
Each funded project must:

1. Improve basic services for marginalized populations;

2. Restore ecosystems using indigenous knowledge;

3. Support inclusive livelihoods;

4. Preserve cultural heritage and enhance community cohesion.

Priority Populations
Grants prioritize communities that are:

• Displaced or relocated due to climate impacts;

• Welcoming new climate migrants;

• Led by or inclusive of women, indigenous groups, persons with disabilities, and other marginalized populations.

Funding Details

• Maximum Grant Amount: 12,000,000 Ni-Vanuatu Vatu (approx. USD $100,000)

• Grant Duration: 12 months

• Currency: Ni-Vanuatu Vatu (VUV)

• Location Focus: Republic of Vanuatu

Who Can Apply?

Eligible applicants include:

• Climate-vulnerable communities (individuals or groups);

• Non-profit local organizations from vulnerable communities;

• Indigenous Peoples Organizations (IPOs);

• Civil society organizations (CSOs);

• Grassroots organizations working with climate-affected communities.

Applicants must demonstrate clear links to community needs and alignment with C-CAF’s objectives.

Proposal Submission Requirements

Each application must include:

• A detailed proposal;

• Declarations

• PSEA Self-Assessment

• Financial Proposal

• Capacity Self-Assessment

Proposal Deadline:
5 August 2025 by 12:00 GMT -5

Submit proposals to: c-caf@unops.org

Clarification Deadline: 15 July 2025
Expected Project Start Date: 15 September 2025

Evaluation and Implementation Guidelines

Approach & Methodology
Applicants must outline:

• How the project enhances resilience;

• Integration of gender and social inclusion;

• Sustainability strategy;

• Alignment with UNOPS ethical guidelines including safeguarding (PSEA).

Implementation & Monitoring Plans

• Clear timelines and deliverables;

• Defined outputs and outcomes;

• Monitoring framework using UNOPS templates.

Budget Guidelines

• Budget must align with the 12M VUV ceiling;

• Should include detailed cost breakdown, justifications, and only eligible expenses.

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Contact Information

For questions, clarifications, or more details:

Mr. Hyun Kim
Senior Programme Manager
Email: c-caf@unops.org

Final Notes

This is a vital opportunity for frontline communities in Vanuatu to receive direct climate adaptation support tailored to their lived realities. By empowering those most affected to lead their own adaptation journeys, the C-CAF represents a bold shift toward equity and local ownership in climate finance.

If your community or organization is eligible, don’t miss the deadline to apply by 5 August 2025. For more information, proposal templates, and submission guidelines, contact c-caf@unops.org.

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