In the current global environmental crisis, conservation organizations like Fanamby need to be able to act quickly and effectively. This is where flexible funds come in. These financial resources play an essential role in the growth and success of our actions to protect the environment.

What are flexible funds?

Our partner Maliasili defines flexible funds as financial support that allows organizations to allocate resources according to their own priorities and needs, rather than being restricted to specific projects or predetermined categories.

It is a type of unconditional funding, allowing organizations to use it for any purpose, as long as it is consistent with the organization’s mission and strategic objectives. Unlike restricted funds, which are earmarked for specific projects, unrestricted funding can cover essential running costs or costs that are generally harder to obtain.

It doesn’t have to be tied to a particular initiative and can be used to meet unforeseen expenses, allowing us to remain flexible and responsive to real-time challenges on the ground.

Greater agility to meet challenges

Flexible funds represent an essential lever for responding to unforeseen challenges. Whether it’s to reinforce our patrol efforts against deforestation or to deal with humanitarian emergencies linked to natural disasters, these resources give us the capacity to act quickly and effectively.

In a country where threats to biodiversity are unpredictable and sudden, every day counts in protecting and preserving these fragile ecosystems.

Another strength of flexible funds is their ability to ensure fair remuneration for the local players involved. Fanamby works closely with local communities to build resilience and protect biodiversity.

Ensuring remuneration commensurate with their commitment is not only a recognition of their contribution, but also reinforces our inclusive and humane approach to conservation.

For sustainable and effective conservation actions

Unlike funding that is limited in time, flexible funds enable us to build a sustainable vision. At Fanamby, we are convinced that one-off actions with no lasting impact are not enough.

Our initiatives are part of a resilience-based approach, where local communities can not only participate in, but also benefit from our conservation actions in the long term. Sustainability is at the heart of our approach, and without flexible funds it would be difficult to build these solid foundations for the future.

That’s why flexible funds are much more than just financial leverage. They are the key to our ability to protect biodiversity-rich areas of Madagascar while supporting local communities.

Vital Support for Nature and Communities

Financial challenges are a constant reality for an organization like ours. Restricted funds, while necessary, do not always cover all operational needs. Flexible funds, on the other hand, are a real ‘breath of fresh air’ to guarantee the continuity of our projects. They enable us to maintain our actions even in times of financial tension, and so stay focused on our strategic objectives.