Project Name:

The use of home-fortification with Sprinkles as a component of emergency response and transition programming.

Project Category:

Formative research, Distribution Program

Status of Project:

Status: Ongoing

Implementing Organization:

Helen Keller International/Indonesia

Project Coverage:

To date, 8 million Sprinkles have been distributed to more than 150,000 children 6 months to 12 years of age

Donor/Funding Agency:

H.J. Heinz Company and Helen Keller International

In response to emergencies such as the earthquake and ensuing tsunamis on December 26th, 2004, relief efforts were initiated to prevent further loss of life from disease and malnutrition. Since malnutrition including vitamin and mineral deficiencies have been linked to increased risk of infection and to about 50% of childhood deaths, it is vital to provide foods adequate in essential vitamins and minerals to the vulnerable population groups such as young children. Helen Keller International (HKI) and partners initiated the distribution of Sprinkles to affected children in addition to providing other micronutrient interventions. Distribution through HKI and ministries of health and international and local NGOs is underway after formative research on the packaging design and pilot testing in the regions. Coverage is measured every 3 months.

To provide each child with at least 90 sachets per year