This document presents a synthesis of the main findings and lessons learned from evaluations completed in 2025 and published in early 2026, as well as from Project Completion Validation Reviews (PCVRs) conducted between 2023 and 2025. Together, these sources provide a consolidated view of the evidence emerging from the Caribbean Development Bank's recent evaluation portfolio.The evaluations and PCVRs offer important insights into what is working well, where challenges persist, and what lessons can be drawn to strengthen future programming. They provide evidence for the Bank, its Borrowing Member Countries (BMCs), and the Board of Directors to inform decision-making, enhance development effectiveness, and strengthen the design and implementation of future interventions.
Mid-Term Evaluation of the Basic Needs Trust Fund 6
Poverty Alleviation
Evaluation Report
Corporate
Complete
CDB
Management Response
Yes
Summary
This evaluation is formative and takes stock of and communicates on the outcomes of the BNTF investment initiatives as foreseen at mid-term, in the approved BNTF 6 results framework. The evaluation plays a key oversight role on achievements towards the Programme’s established targets and provides insights into further strengthening of implementation for the remaining period of BNTF 6 and strategic directions for the design and timing of BNTF 7.The evaluation was guided by three (3) broad performance criteria:(a) Effectiveness: Assessment of country performance in relation to achievement of objectives and targets as defined in the Poverty Reduction Action Plans (PRAPs) and the integration of cross cutting issues;(b) Quality of Sub Projects: Assessment of community participation and prospects for maintenance; and(c) Efficiency: Capacity to implement resources in an efficient manner.
