TABLE 3.

Sprinkles distribution models

Distribution model	Description
Nongovernmental organization (NGO)	Uses existing program infrastructure and relationships of local and international NGOs Focuses on community outreach and involvement, and capacity building Programs are designed to target most vulnerable populations
Government	Uses existing public health infrastructure and programs, such as ante-/postnatal care, promotion of breastfeeding, child growth monitoring, improved infant and young child feeding practices, family planning, reproductive health and control of infectious diseases
Commercial	In-country manufacturing and local economy used for distribution (capacity building, ownership and accountability) Market niche and value are created for the product, which creates demand from the population Focuses on behaviour change communication through social marketing Becomes self-financing, which increases sustainability
Subsidized commercial  Public-private partnership  Social franchising	Same as commercial approach Public sector (government and Ministries of Health) or NGOs contract production of Sprinkles from private sector to ensure distribution to the most vulnerable populations
Relief	Sprinkles are distributed by humanitarian and relief organizations as part of the food aid package to prevent micronutrient deficiencies in emergency situations and areas of high food insecurity