Eligibility
Who Can Apply
Registered Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), Faith-Based Organizations (FBOs), and Civil Society Groups.
CARE Fund Call for Proposals 2026
The CARE Fund supports community-led initiatives that promote prevention, improve well-being, and strengthen family-centred health across Jamaica.
Preparation
What to Prepare
- Completed application form
- Project narrative and objectives
- Work plan and budget
- Required supporting documents
Contact
Need Help?
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 876-633-8157
Go to the application formOur Purpose
Strengthening Communities. Improving Lives.
The CARE Fund advances community-based prevention, improves coordination of interventions, and operationalises a family-centred, life-course approach to health.
We support practical solutions to Jamaica's leading health challenges, including non-communicable diseases and the social determinants that influence them.
Priority Areas 2026
Ten Priority Areas for Impact
01
Social Media and Children
Initiatives that respond to the effects of digital and online activity on children and adolescents.
02
Healthy Ageing
Projects that support independence, dignity, prevention, and quality of life for older persons.
03
Menopause and Andropause Community Support Systems
Community education, outreach, and support interventions focused on midlife health transitions and social support.
04
Training for Home Care for the Older Persons and disabled
Training and practical support that strengthen home-based care capacity for older persons and persons with disabilities.
05
Target Obesity
Prevention and behaviour-change programmes that help communities address obesity and related health risks.
06
Responsible Parenting and Fertility
Education and support that strengthen reproductive health awareness, fertility understanding, and parenting capacity.
07
Period Poverty and Adolescent Health
Interventions that reduce barriers affecting adolescent health, participation, dignity, and menstrual equity.
08
Jamaica Moves and Community Integration
Community activity and movement initiatives that encourage healthier lifestyles and stronger community participation.
09
Mental Health and Community Support
Community responses that expand support, prevention, referral, and awareness for mental health needs.
10
Substance Abuse and Community Support
Community-based prevention, early support, and awareness initiatives focused on substance abuse risks and recovery support.
Application Process
A Simple 3-Step Journey
Readiness Check
Confirm your project aligns with at least one CARE priority area and the public health objectives of the programme.
Complete Application
Provide your narrative, budget, work plan, risk assessment, and all required supporting documents.
Submit and Track
Submit your proposal and retain your reference number for all communications and updates.
Before You Submit
Required Supporting Documents
Applicants should prepare these documents before starting the form. Incomplete submissions may not proceed to adjudication.
1
Proof of Registration
2
Copy of valid government-issued ID for all principal signatories
3
Taxpayer Registration Number (TRN) for the organization
4
Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC) / Tax Compliance Letter (TCL)
Please ensure all documents are valid, complete, and submitted as required.
Proposal Assessment
How Applications Are Reviewed
Applications move through pre-screening before technical evaluation. Proposals that fail pre-screening do not advance.
Round 1 - Pre-Screening
1Submission completeness: all phases of the application form are completed, signed, and dated.
2Governance structure: organization structure and authority are clear.
3Registration documents: incorporation, TRN, TCC/TCL, ID, and NIS requirements are supplied.
4Eligibility and risk: project aligns with the CARE agenda, duration, funding limit, and duplication checks.
Round 2 - Technical Evaluation
1Project justification15%
2Clear, realistic, and measurable objectives25%
3Detailed implementation plan and budget25%
4Completed risk matrix with feasible mitigation15%
5Sustainability contribution10%
6Professional capacity and proven experience10%
Appeal Process
Transparency After Evaluation
These measures support fairness and accountability in the evaluation and selection process.
Written Notification
Unsuccessful applicants will be formally notified in writing after the approved funded project listing is shared.
Appeal Window
Following notification of results, unsuccessful applicants may submit queries by email to [email protected] within 14 days of notification.
Reconsideration and Review
Eligible entities may request formal review by writing to the Permanent Secretary within the standstill period and outlining concerns regarding transparency, fairness, or equitable resource allocation.
Deadline to Apply
July 31, 2026
Prospective applicants may submit written inquiries to [email protected].
Apply Now
When your proposal narrative, budget, and supporting documents are ready, continue to the online application form.