DOI: https://doi.org/10.36344/ccijhss.2025.v11i10.002

Pages: 235-242

This study investigates the influence of financial resource availability on the sustainability of disaster preparedness and response projects in Baringo County, Kenya, where recurring droughts and floods challenge effective disaster management. Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 105 stakeholders through structured questionnaires and analyzed with descriptive statistics, ANOVA, correlation, and regression. The findings reveal a strong positive relationship between financial resource availability and project sustainability, with a one-way ANOVA indicating significant differences in sustainability across funding levels (F = 5.40, p = 0.007) and regression analysis showing that financial resources account for approximately 48% of variance in sustainability (adjusted R² ≈ 0.48, p < 0.001). Specifically, adequate funding, timely disbursement, and diverse funding sources (e.g., government, donors, community contributions) significantly enhance the longevity of project outcomes. These results underscore the critical role of robust and diversified financing in sustaining disaster preparedness initiatives. The study provides actionable recommendations for policymakers and donors to develop sustainable financing strategies, ensuring long-term resilience in Baringo’s disaster management efforts.