USE CASE
CommCare for Cash & Voucher Assistance
Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) puts choice directly in the hands of people affected by crisis. But as demand grows, so does the need to deliver support efficiently, securely and transparently.
With CommCare, the world’s leading mobile platform for data collection and case management, teams can streamline CVA delivery and scale impact where it’s needed most.
Deliver Cash & Voucher Assistance at Scale with Confidence
Use the drag-and-drop app builder to create customized CVA applications for both web and mobile users
Manage the entire workflow from registration to distribution tracking, all in one seamless platform
Gain real-time visibility into program delivery, fund distribution, follow-up and accountability
CommCare Capabilities for Streamlined CVA Workflows
How Save the Children Uses CommCare for CVA
Customers using CommCare for CVA
“Save the Children created our Cash and Voucher Assistance app in CommCare because our programs were struggling with a growing mountain of cash beneficiary data using a patchwork of outdated tools. Other solutions were too costly, time-consuming to deploy, and not flexible enough to meet our team’s needs across the whole project lifecycle, especially for M&E.”
“One of the biggest benefits is how CommCare allows us to streamline workflows by easily copying and reusing content across forms. Previously, we had to do this more manually, which limited our ability to unlock learnings across projects.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA)?
Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) refers to humanitarian aid programs that provide individuals or households with direct financial support—either as cash transfers or vouchers—to help them meet their essential needs. These programs ensure dignity and flexibility, allowing beneficiaries to decide how to allocate funds based on their priorities.
How does CommCare support CVA programs?
CommCare is a mobile data collection and case management platform that helps organizations digitize and streamline their CVA workflows. It supports everything from beneficiary registration and eligibility screening to payment approvals, distribution tracking, and post-distribution monitoring.
What are the benefits of using CommCare for CVA?
CommCare enhances CVA programs by offering:
✓ End-to-end beneficiary tracking, even for mobile populations.
✓ Automated eligibility calculations to minimize errors.
✓ Fraud prevention and duplicate registration checks.
✓ Offline functionality for remote operations.
✓ Seamless integration with financial service providers.
✓ Real-time reporting and integrations with leading data visualization tools for better decision-making.
Can CommCare integrate with mobile money and banking services?
Yes! CommCare can integrate with third-party payment providers via API, allowing for seamless digital payments, including mobile money transfers, bank deposits, and voucher-based distributions.
Does CommCare work offline?
Absolutely. CommCare allows field teams to register beneficiaries, conduct surveys, and track distributions offline. Once an internet connection is available, the data syncs automatically to ensure accuracy and security.
Can CommCare prevent fraud and duplicate registrations?
Yes, CommCare has built-in tools to prevent fraud, including unique beneficiary identification, duplicate checks, and audit trails. These features help ensure that funds are distributed fairly and reach the intended recipients.
What kind of reporting and monitoring does CommCare offer?
CommCare supports real-time monitoring and impact assessment through Power BI dashboards and customizable reports. Organizations can track distribution progress, analyze spending patterns, and generate donor-ready reports with ease.
How can I get started with CommCare for CVA?
If you’re new to CommCare, you can sign up for a free CommCare account to explore the platform and begin designing.
Dimagi offers a CVA template application that can be customized for your needs. If you’re a current CommCare partner, reach out to info@dimagi.com to have the application copied into your project space.
Ready to Learn More?
Discover More about CVA workflows in CommCare
Take a deeper dive into how CommCare digitizes CVA workflows across different types of CVA programs, and learn about the CommCare Template CVA application.
GiveDirectly’s work to enable cash transfers
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