2017 FUNDING STATUS
 The Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) has approved more than $145 million for 16 countries in 2017, including $36.5 million for drought response in the Horn of Africa and $42 million to address humanitarian needs in Nigeria, Niger and Cameroon stemming from Boko-Haram-related violence. CERF also approved a $22 million loan to FAO to scale up action for famine prevention in Somalia.
In March, the Emergency Relief Coordinator approved $10 million to assist people caught up in renewed inter-communal violence in DRC , and $2 million for critical priorities following Cyclone Dineo in Mozambique.
For 2017, 19 countries have contributed $161 million to CERF, and $176.1 million remain as pledges. Additional commitments expected based on past contributions and current exchange rates indicate a projected funding shortfall of approximately $45 million on the $450 million annual target for 2017.
Top 10 Donors in 2017
Thanks to early contributions from these top donors and others, CERF was able to allocate funds for early action in Somalia and Nigeria to help prevent famine.
Contributions received in February 2017
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CERF approves $22 million loan to further scale up FAO action to prevent famine in Somalia
FAO is scaling up its activities in drought affected regions of Somalia thanks to a $22 million loan approved in March by CERF.
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Famine Threats in North-East Nigeria, South Sudan, Yemen and Somalia
More than 20 million people are facing famine or a credible risk of famine over the coming six months. 1.4 million children are currently at imminent risk of death from malnutrition. To speed up humanitarian relief efforts, CERF collects contributions to help ensure that funds are on-hand to allow the UN to save lives quickly.
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VIDEO: CERF funds drought response in Ethiopia
How are UNCERF funds helping to fight drought in Ethiopia? The UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Ethiopia, Ahunna Eziakonwa explains it.
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CERF at a glance
Check out CERF's new introduction page and find all key publications and information in one place.
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RESULTS FROM CERF'S PARTNERS
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Earthquake response in Tanzania
Funded by CERF, IOM is distributing emergency relief items and temporary shelter materials to people affected by the earthquake in Kagera. UNICEF is supporting access to safe and quality education and water and sanitation facilities in schools, as well as protecting children affected by the earthquake through psychosocial support.
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Within hours of opening its doors, Athbah field hospital in Mosul, Iraq began treating casualties
With reduced medical capacities to treat severely wounded people and an increased trend of traumatic injuries among civilians, WHO, the Federal Ministry of Health and Ninewa Department of Health has opened a trauma field hospital in Athba. CERF supported this unique critical response aimed at saving lives on the frontline.
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World Water Day: 68 percent of Sudan’s population with access to basic improved drinking water
UNICEF is working with the government and other key partners to support increased access to basic water supply for communities, displacement camps, and schools, with a focus on women and children.
CERF supports UNICEF Sudan Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) projects.
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ALLOCATIONS IN MARCH 2017
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In March, CERF allocated $145,831,811, of which:
$48,266,670 from the Rapid Response Window for conflict in Burundi, CAR, DR Congo, Ethiopia, Mongolia, Mozambique, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka
$97,565,141 from the Underfunded Emergencies Window Cameroon, DPR Korea, Libya, Madagascar, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Somalia, and Uganda
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NEW INFOGRAPHIC AND OTHER PUBLICATIONS
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Do you have a question for CERF? Contact the Resource Mobilization and Communication team
| NAME |
TITLE |
PHONE |
EMAIL |
| Ms. Lisa Doughten |
Chief of CERF |
212-963-8205
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doughten@un.org |
| RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AND COMMUNICATIONS SECTION (RMCS) |
| Ms. Babita Bisht |
Chief of Resource Mobilization & Communications Section |
917-225-1520
917-367-5673 |
bisht1@un.org |
| Mr. Mads Frandsen |
Humanitarian Affairs Officer |
917-367-2817
347-468-6057 |
frandsen@un.org |
| Mr. Mose An |
Humanitarian Affairs Officer |
212-963-9246
347-218-2591 |
an@un.org |
| Ms. Claudia Hargarten |
Public Information Officer |
917-207-3925 |
hargarten@un.org |
| Ms. Lara Palmisano |
Public Information |
212-9631472 |
palmisano1@un.org |
| Ms. Marie Deblonde-Vallet |
Team Assistant |
212-963-9535 |
deblonde@un.org |
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CERF is one of the fastest and most effective ways to support rapid humanitarian response for people affected by natural disasters and armed conflicts. The Fund, which is managed by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), receives voluntary contributions year round from United Nations Member States and Observers, regional governments, private sector, foundations and individuals. This money is set aside for immediate use at the onset of emergencies, in rapidly deteriorating situations and in protracted crises that fail to attract sufficient resources.
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