$150K Equity-Free Funding for Scalable Humanitarian Tech | WFP Innovation Accelerator 2025
Apply for the WFP Humanitarian Innovation Accelerator 2025 and receive up to $150,000 in equity-free funding to scale technology-driven solutions for crisis-affected populations. Priority regions include Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Ukraine, and more.
Isaac Mintah 
Extreme weather events, conflict, and mass displacement are escalating across the globe, placing unprecedented pressure on humanitarian systems. Traditional relief models are no longer enough we need adaptive, scalable, technology-driven solutions that address today’s complex emergencies with speed, efficiency, and equity.
WFP Humanitarian Innovation Accelerator: Second Edition Now Open
The World Food Programme (WFP) is launching the second edition of its Humanitarian Innovation Accelerator to identify and support high-impact solutions that enhance access to:
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Critical information
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Financial resources
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Essential infrastructure
What’s on Offer?
Organizations with proven, tech-enabled solutions are invited to apply for:
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Equity-Free Funding: Up to $150,000 USD to scale your solution over a 12-month implementation sprint.
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Hands-on Support: Participate in a collaborative co-creation process to refine your impact model and scale strategy.
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Global Visibility: Present your innovation to international experts, investors, and partners during Luxembourg Humanitarian Days.
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Acceleration & Mentorship: Access up to 12 months of tailored acceleration support from the WFP Innovation Accelerator and key partners.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is open to:
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Established startups, NGOs, social enterprises, and companies
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Solutions that are ready to scale, with proven results in humanitarian or crisis contexts
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Organizations that align with WFP’s mission to empower vulnerable populations
Priority Regions
WFP is especially encouraging applications from those operating in or addressing challenges in:
Afghanistan, Burkina Faso, Chad, Central African Republic, DRC, Ethiopia, Haiti, Iraq, Laos, Lebanon, Libya, Mali, Mozambique, Myanmar, Niger, Palestine, Somalia, South Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, Yemen
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