CARE Fund Application

1Overview

2Contacts

3Project Details

4Narrative

5Risk and Delivery

6Declaration

Company

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Complete this guided form to submit your application to the Community Arranged Response Efforts Fund.

Before you start

This application takes approximately 30-45 minutes if your project details are prepared.

Prepare your project narrative, target population, expected results, risk plan, and budget details.
Have your organisation registration, TRN, TCC/TCL, valid IDs for principal signatories, and Letter of Good Standing ready for upload.
Use valid email addresses that can receive follow-up messages about the application.
Review the sample proposal application before starting so you understand the expected level of detail.
Read the CARE Fund FAQs for eligibility, budget rules, disbursement, reporting, and application management guidance.
Keep the application reference number shown after submission for tracking.

You can move step by step through the application. The approved project must commence after the signing of the contract.

Project Overview

Start with the core project and organisation details.

Project title(Required)

Use the official project name. Example: Elderly Home Care Training and Support Project.

Priority area(Required)

Select the priority area this project addresses.

Organization information

Provide the legal and contact details of the applying organisation.

Organisation name(Required)

Full legal name of the applying organisation. Example: Reach Out Relief Benevolent Society.

Organisation acronym

(Optional) Example: RORBS.

Street Address(Required)

Primary street address of the organisation. Example: Prospect PO.

Address Line 2

(Optional) Apartment, suite, unit, building, floor, etc.

City / Town(Required)

City or town where the organisation is located.

Parish(Required)

Select the parish where the organisation is based.

Primary Contacts

Provide the authorised signatory and the project focal point for this proposal.

Authorised Officer

Provide the details of the person authorised to sign on behalf of the organisation.

Full name(Required)

Example: Mrs. Jane Doe.

Job title(Required)

Example: Chief Executive Officer.

Email address(Required)

Use an email address that can receive follow-up messages.

Telephone(Required)

Include area code where applicable. Example: 876-982-2234.

Programme Focal Point

Provide the primary project contact for day-to-day follow-up on the application.

Full name(Required)

Primary day-to-day project contact. Example: Mr. John Doe.

Job title(Required)

Example: Project Coordinator.

Email address(Required)

Use an email address that can receive follow-up messages.

Telephone(Required)

Include area code where applicable. Example: 876-982-2233.

Project Details

Provide the location, target population, duration, and funding information for the project.

Project Information

Identify where the project will take place, who it will serve, and the period of implementation.

Project duration(Required)

Enter the numeric project duration. Example: 3.

Project duration unit(Required)

Select the time unit for the project duration.

Start date(Required)

DD slash MM slash YYYY

Use DD/MM/YYYY format. Example: 01/07/2026.

End date(Required)

DD slash MM slash YYYY

Use DD/MM/YYYY format. Example: 30/09/2026.

Parish(Required)

Community(Required)

Specific community or location where the project will take place. Example: Prospect.

Target population(Required)

Describe who will benefit from the programme. Example: Persons 60 and older with non-communicable diseases in Prospect, St. Mary.

Project Budget

Provide the requested funding and any other funding sources in Jamaican Dollars.

Total project budget (JMD)(Required)

Please enter a number greater than or equal to 0.

Enter the total proposed project budget in Jamaican Dollars. Example: 1000000.00.

Amount requested from MOHW (JMD)(Required)

Please enter a number greater than or equal to 0.

Enter the amount requested from the Ministry of Health & Wellness in JMD. Example: 1000000.00.

Do you have other source of funding?(Required)

Donor

Self

None

Select all confirmed funding sources outside the CARE Fund.

Amount received from other funding source(s) (JMD)

Please enter a number greater than or equal to 0.

If donor or self-funding is selected, enter the total confirmed amount in JMD. If none, leave blank.

Project Narrative

Use this section to explain the need for the project, the intended results, and how success will be measured.

Background and rationale(Required)

Provide context, evidence of need, policy context, and socio-cultural conditions affecting the target population. Example: ageing population, chronic disease burden, isolation, transportation barriers, and limited health/social support access.

Purpose statement(Required)

Clearly explain the issue addressed, expected impact, and alignment to the chosen priority area. Keep this to 1-2 sentences.

Project objectives(Required)

List each objective on a new line. Each should include an action, quantity, target population, and timeline or milestone.

Expected results and outputs

Add one row per output. Keep indicators measurable and specific.

Output(Required)

Performance indicator(s)(Required)

Location(Required)

Baseline(Required)

Target(Required)

Means of verification(Required)

Add another expected result/output?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Output(Required)

Performance indicator(s)(Required)

Location(Required)

Baseline(Required)

Target(Required)

Means of verification(Required)

Add another expected result/output?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Output(Required)

Performance indicator(s)(Required)

Location(Required)

Baseline(Required)

Target(Required)

Means of verification(Required)

Add another expected result/output?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Output(Required)

Performance indicator(s)(Required)

Location(Required)

Baseline(Required)

Target(Required)

Means of verification(Required)

Add another expected result/output?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Output(Required)

Performance indicator(s)(Required)

Location(Required)

Baseline(Required)

Target(Required)

Means of verification(Required)

Risk and Delivery

Use this section to identify potential risks, explain how they will be managed, and describe practical measures for equity and sustainability.

Risk management plan

Identify potential risks that may affect delivery and explain how each will be managed.

Risk 1 (required)

Risk(Required)

What could affect delivery?

Cause(Required)

Why might this risk happen?

Impact(Required)

What would the effect be if this risk occurs?

Likelihood score(Required)

Select Low, Medium, or High. Example from sample: High.

Impact score(Required)

Enter the impact score/rating. Example: High or Medium.

Mitigation(Required)

What will you do to reduce or manage this risk?

Add another risk?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Risk 2 (optional)

Risk(Required)

What could affect delivery?

Cause(Required)

Why might this risk happen?

Impact(Required)

What would the effect be if this risk occurs?

Likelihood score(Required)

Select Low, Medium, or High. Example from sample: High.

Impact score(Required)

Enter the impact score/rating. Example: High or Medium.

Mitigation(Required)

What will you do to reduce or manage this risk?

Add another risk?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Risk 3 (optional)

Risk(Required)

What could affect delivery?

Cause(Required)

Why might this risk happen?

Impact(Required)

What would the effect be if this risk occurs?

Likelihood score(Required)

Select Low, Medium, or High. Example from sample: High.

Impact score(Required)

Enter the impact score/rating. Example: High or Medium.

Mitigation(Required)

What will you do to reduce or manage this risk?

Add another risk?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Risk 4 (optional)

Risk(Required)

What could affect delivery?

Cause(Required)

Why might this risk happen?

Impact(Required)

What would the effect be if this risk occurs?

Likelihood score(Required)

Select Low, Medium, or High. Example from sample: High.

Impact score(Required)

Enter the impact score/rating. Example: High or Medium.

Mitigation(Required)

What will you do to reduce or manage this risk?

Add another risk?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Risk 5 (optional)

Risk(Required)

What could affect delivery?

Cause(Required)

Why might this risk happen?

Impact(Required)

What would the effect be if this risk occurs?

Likelihood score(Required)

Select Low, Medium, or High. Example from sample: High.

Impact score(Required)

Enter the impact score/rating. Example: High or Medium.

Mitigation(Required)

What will you do to reduce or manage this risk?

Programme work plan and budget

Use one row per output, activity, sub-total, or total line item. Monetary figures should be entered consistently in JMD format.

Output(Required)

Activity(Required)

Timeframe(Required)

Total JMD(Required)

Enter the planned cost in JMD. Use 0.00 if no direct cost is attached.

Add another work plan or budget line?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Output(Required)

Activity(Required)

Timeframe(Required)

Total JMD(Required)

Enter the planned cost in JMD. Use 0.00 if no direct cost is attached.

Add another work plan or budget line?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Output(Required)

Activity(Required)

Timeframe(Required)

Total JMD(Required)

Enter the planned cost in JMD. Use 0.00 if no direct cost is attached.

Add another work plan or budget line?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Output(Required)

Activity(Required)

Timeframe(Required)

Total JMD(Required)

Enter the planned cost in JMD. Use 0.00 if no direct cost is attached.

Add another work plan or budget line?

Yes

Select Yes only if you need to add another item.

Output(Required)

Activity(Required)

Timeframe(Required)

Total JMD(Required)

Enter the planned cost in JMD. Use 0.00 if no direct cost is attached.

Final Requirements and Declaration

Complete the final reporting and declaration information before submitting your application.

Additional reporting requirements(Required)

List reporting requirements beyond standard MOHW progress and final reports. Example: monthly narrative and financial progress reports.

Do you have any additional requirements or documentation?(Required)

Yes

This covers technical specifications, procurement, logistics, and other notes.

Applicable technical specifications or guidance

(Optional) State any technical standards, specifications, or guidance relevant to implementation.

Procurement and logistics considerations

(Optional) Describe any lead times, procurement requirements, or logistics considerations.

Other requirements or notes

(Optional) Any other relevant notes for reviewers.

Declaration of Accuracy and Integrity

I/We hereby declare that all information, statements, and supporting documentation provided in this application for the Community Arranged Response Efforts (CARE) Fund are true, complete, and accurate to the best of my/our knowledge and belief.

I/We understand that submitting false, misleading, or incomplete information may result in disqualification of this application, termination of any resulting agreement, and/or administrative or legal action.

I/We further undertake to promptly notify the Ministry of Health and Wellness of any material changes to the information provided in this application.

Declaration(Required)

I confirm that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete.

You must confirm this declaration before submitting.

Name of applicant(Required)

Enter the applicant/authorised officer name. Example: Mrs. Jane Doe.

Title of applicant(Required)

Enter the applicant title or position. Example: Chief Executive Officer.

Supporting Documents

Proof of Registration(Required)

Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, doc, docx, Max. file size: 15 MB.

Upload the organisation registration document. Accepted formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, DOC, DOCX. Maximum file size: 15 MB.

Copy of valid government-issued ID for all principal signatories(Required)

Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 15 MB.

Upload valid government-issued ID copies for all principal signatories. Accepted formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG. Maximum file size: 15 MB.

Taxpayer Registration Number (TRN) for the organization(Required)

Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, doc, docx, Max. file size: 15 MB.

Upload TRN documentation for the organisation. Accepted formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, DOC, DOCX. Maximum file size: 15 MB.

Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC) / Tax Compliance Letter (TCL)(Required)

Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, doc, docx, Max. file size: 15 MB.

Upload the Tax Compliance Certificate or Tax Compliance Letter. Accepted formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, DOC, DOCX. Maximum file size: 15 MB.

Letter of Good Standing from the Department of Co-operatives & Friendly Societies(Required)

Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, doc, docx, Max. file size: 15 MB.

Upload the Letter of Good Standing from the Department of Co-operatives & Friendly Societies. Accepted formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, DOC, DOCX. Maximum file size: 15 MB.

Applicant signature(Required)

Type the applicant full name as the digital signature. Example: Jane Doe.

Date(Required)

DD slash MM slash YYYY

Use DD/MM/YYYY format. Example: 25/06/2026.