Theme: Thriving Farmers, Resilient Ecosystems, Empowered Communities About the Common Fund for Commodities The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) is an international financial institution mandated to support transformative investments across global commodity value chains. With 101 member countries, the CFC focuses on empowering smallholder farmers, strengthening local enterprises, and enabling inclusive and sustainable economic development in developing countries. CFC investments aim to align commercial viability with environmental regeneration and social inclusion, ensuring that economic growth directly benefits producers, workers, and their communities. Mission and Vision CFC Mission To contribute to poverty alleviation To strengthen the income-generating capacity of commodity producers To reduce economic vulnerability and improve livelihoods in commodity-dependent communities CFC Vision To strengthen and diversify the commodity sector in developing countries To position commodities as a driver of inclusive economic growth and sustainable development To promote resilient, equitable, and environmentally responsible value chains Call for Proposals Overview The 28th Call for Proposals invites eligible organisations to submit funding applications for projects that: Improve smallholder farmer livelihoods Promote climate-smart and regenerative practices Enable local value addition and market access Strengthen inclusive, transparent, and resilient commodity value chains Applications are welcomed from all CFC member countries. Who Should Apply The CFC encourages applications from organisations that demonstrate operational capacity, financial viability, and alignment with CFC’s development mandate. Eligible Applicants Include: Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Cooperatives and farmer organisations Social enterprises Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) Public or private sector entities Financial institutions (for relevant funding windows) Eligibility Criteria: Based in, or actively operating within, a CFC member country Minimum of three years of operational experience Demonstrated capacity to implement financially viable projects Clear focus on enhancing smallholder livelihoods and local development General Priority Areas Proposals should align with one or more of the following strategic priority areas: Trade Finance Solutions Connecting smallholder farmers to regional and global markets Regenerative Agriculture and Biodiversity Protection Promoting sustainable land use and ecosystem restoration Local Value Addition Supporting processing and value creation with low environmental impact AgTech and Digital Solutions Enhancing transparency, traceability, and inclusivity in value chains Financial Inclusion Improving access to finance for smallholder farmers and producer organisations Women Entrepreneurship Business solutions that integrate a strong gender lens and empower women-led enterprises Priority Geographies and Thematic Focus The CFC particularly encourages: Projects focused on sustainable use and conservation of forest resources in the Congo Basin, including: Cameroon Central African Republic Democratic Republic of Congo Equatorial Guinea Gabon Republic of Congo Proposals originating from or targeting: Least Developed Countries (LDCs) Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) Small Island Developing States (SIDS) Such applications are given priority consideration during evaluation. Application Requirements Applicants must submit the following documentation: Completed CFC Application Form Balance Sheet and Income Statement General template for most applicants Dedicated template for financial institutions Language Requirements: Core application documents must be submitted in English only Supporting translated versions are available for reference in: Arabic Chinese French Russian Spanish Submission Deadline Final submission deadline: 1 April 2026 Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered Applicants are advised to begin preparations early to allow time for internal approvals and financial documentation. Open Call Webinars – 2026 The CFC is hosting informational webinars to guide applicants through the call process. 28th Call for Proposals: Tuesday, 13 January 2026 | 15:00–16:00 CET Wednesday, 4 March 2026 | 10:00–11:00 CET 29th Call for Proposals (Upcoming): Wednesday, 6 May 2026 | 10:00–11:00 CET Tuesday, 1 September 2026 | 15:00–16:00 CET Webinar recordings are made available for reference. Conclusion Through its 28th Call for Proposals, the Common Fund for Commodities seeks to partner with innovative and impact-driven organisations committed to building value chains that: Respect and support smallholder farmers Increase local incomes and resilience Restore ecosystems and protect biodiversity Enable inclusive and sustainable economic growth The CFC invites eligible organisations to submit proposals that translate these principles into scalable, commercially viable solutions. 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