Two programme budget and workplan scenarios approved by the Joint Coordinating Board for the biennium 2018-2019 included a lower scenario at US$ 40 million and a higher scenario at US$ 50 million. The two-scenario model was developed to help manage the uncertainty of funding and
allow a confident start to implementation.

Implementation of US$ 37.2 million was a result of savings in staff and administration costs offset in part by high implementation in operations activities supported by core funding. The two-scenario model proved successful, allowing implementation of the higher level of funding available for operations during the biennium.

Project-specific contributions were higher than anticipated in the biennium as a result of fundraising efforts. TDR continues to strengthen its fundraising efforts among both new and existing donors, focusing on the priorities of the TDR Strategy 2018-2023, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.