The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that invests in rural people to help them increase their food security, improve nutrition, and boost their incomes. As an international financial institution, IFAD has been providing grants and low-interest loans since 1978, totaling US$23. 2 billion, and reaching approximately 491 million people.

Based in Rome, the UN's food and agriculture hub, IFAD focuses on empowering rural communities to take charge of their own development. They support projects that enhance resilience, expand businesses, and promote sustainable agricultural practices. By connecting farmers and rural women and men to markets, finance, technology, and information, IFAD helps lift people out of poverty and achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Their work also addresses gender equality, inclusiveness, and climate change resilience. With their people-centered approach and partnerships, IFAD is dedicated to creating a world where rural communities can thrive and contribute to global food security