Civil Society Development

Organizational Development Grants for Experienced CSOs and Federations (Romania)

Deadline: 08-Oct-26 The Organizational Development Grants for Experienced CSOs and Federations provide funding to strengthen the capacity, sustainability, and long-term resilience of experienced civil society organizations (CSOs) and federations in Romania. With a total budget … [Read more...] about Organizational Development Grants for Experienced CSOs and Federations (Romania)

CFAs: Promoting Inclusive Democratic Processes and Citizen Empowerment (Portugal)

Deadline: 29-Sep-26 The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (FCG) is accepting applications from civil society organizations in Portugal to strengthen democratic participation, civic engagement, and information integrity. With a total funding allocation of €1,562,500, the programme … [Read more...] about CFAs: Promoting Inclusive Democratic Processes and Citizen Empowerment (Portugal)

CFAs: Protecting Human Rights Through Environmental Action (Romania)

Deadline: 08-Oct-26 The Protecting Human Rights Through Climate and Environmental Action call provides funding to civil society organizations (CSOs) in Romania to promote environmental sustainability, human rights, and inclusive public participation. With a total budget of €6 … [Read more...] about CFAs: Protecting Human Rights Through Environmental Action (Romania)

Call for Proposals: Training Project with Mini-Grants for CSOs (Ukraine)

Deadline: 14-Jul-26 The NGO VI “Kharkiv Station” Training Project with Mini-Grants supports civil society organizations (CSOs) in frontline communities of Ukraine through capacity-building, mentorship, and funding opportunities. Eligible CSOs from Kharkiv, Sumy, Chernihiv, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Training Project with Mini-Grants for CSOs (Ukraine)

Request for Proposals: First Call for Strategic Projects (Portugal)

Deadline: 28-Sep-26 The First Call for Strategic Projects under the EEA Civil Society Fund in Estonia provides funding to strengthen democracy, the rule of law, human rights, and civic participation through strategic civil society initiatives. Eligible Estonian non-governmental … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: First Call for Strategic Projects (Portugal)

CFAs: Strengthening Democracy and Rule of Law (Romania)

Deadline: 08-Oct-26 The EEA Civil Society Fund is accepting applications from non-governmental and non-profit organizations in Romania for projects that strengthen democracy, the rule of law, institutional accountability, and citizen participation. The program offers large grants … [Read more...] about CFAs: Strengthening Democracy and Rule of Law (Romania)

CFPs: UN Women Regional Arab States CSOs Dialogue

Deadline: 16-Jul-2026 UN Women is inviting proposals from eligible Arab gender equality civil society organisations (CSOs) to support the development of the Arab States CSOs Regional Declaration for the 71st Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW71). The selected … [Read more...] about CFPs: UN Women Regional Arab States CSOs Dialogue

GEF SGP Operational Phase 7 Top-up Grant Funding (Belize)

Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 The Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP), implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Belize, provides funding to local civil society organizations for community-led projects addressing environmental protection, … [Read more...] about GEF SGP Operational Phase 7 Top-up Grant Funding (Belize)

Call for Proposals: Digital Rights Exchange Program

Deadline: 02-Aug-2026 The Civil Society Alliances for Digital Empowerment (CADE) has launched the Digital Rights Exchange Program to strengthen collaboration between Global North and Global South civil society organizations working on digital rights and internet governance. The … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Digital Rights Exchange Program

RFAs: Good Governance Academy for LSGs and Civil Society Organizations (Ukraine)

Deadline: 24-Jul-2026 The Good Governance Academy is accepting applications to establish and deliver a comprehensive training programme that strengthens local governance, transparency, accountability, and collaboration between local self-governments and civil society organizations. … [Read more...] about RFAs: Good Governance Academy for LSGs and Civil Society Organizations (Ukraine)

Call for Applications: Capacity Building Fund 2026 (Turkey)

Deadline: 24-Jul-2026 The Capacity Building Fund 2026 provides grants of up to 1 million TL to strengthen the institutional capacity of civil society organizations (CSOs) in Turkey. In addition to financial support, selected organizations receive expert mentoring, workshops, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Capacity Building Fund 2026 (Turkey)

Small Grants Supporting Civil Society and Democratic Values (Slovakia)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The EEA Civil Society Fund Small Grants Call provides grants of up to €25,000 to civil society organizations in Slovakia working to strengthen democracy, transparency, inclusion, human rights, and public participation. With a total funding budget of €990,000, … [Read more...] about Small Grants Supporting Civil Society and Democratic Values (Slovakia)

CFPs: Women and Youth Organizations Leading Action to End Violence (Kyrgyz Republic)

Deadline: 26-Jul-2026 The UN Women Zero VAWG Initiative is inviting women-led civil society organizations and youth organizations in the Kyrgyz Republic to implement community-based initiatives that prevent and respond to violence against women and girls. The call provides USD … [Read more...] about CFPs: Women and Youth Organizations Leading Action to End Violence (Kyrgyz Republic)

Apply Now: Global Environment Facility Small Projects Programme (Mongolia)

Deadline: 07-Aug-2026 The Global Environment Facility Small Projects Programme in Mongolia provides financial support for civil society organizations and community-based groups working on environmental sustainability and local development. Implemented by the United Nations Development Programme, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Global Environment Facility Small Projects Programme (Mongolia)

CFAs: Strengthening Organizational Resilience of EaP CSOs

Deadline: 17-Jul-2026 The Transatlantic Foundation (TF), in cooperation with the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation program of the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF), has launched a call for proposals to support civil society organizations (CSOs) in the Eastern Partnership (EaP) … [Read more...] about CFAs: Strengthening Organizational Resilience of EaP CSOs

RFAs: Travel Grants for Civil Society Organizations

Deadline: 17-Jul-2026 The Individual Travel Grants provide financial support for civil society representatives who want to participate in existing regional networking activities, forums, and cooperation initiatives. The program will award: 50 travel grants over a period of two and a half … [Read more...] about RFAs: Travel Grants for Civil Society Organizations

Call for Proposals: Advancing the Care Economy in Nepal

Deadline: 23-Jul-2026 UN Women Nepal is inviting civil society organizations (CSOs) and consortiums to implement initiatives that strengthen Nepal's care economy through policy implementation, gender-responsive care services, and social norm transformation. With a proposed budget of … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Advancing the Care Economy in Nepal

RFAs: Small Grants for Women, Peace and Security (Sri Lanka)

Deadline: 16-Jul-2026 UN Women Sri Lanka's Small Grants Programme provides grants of up to USD 7,000 to strengthen the institutional capacity of women-led civil society organizations (CSOs) and CSOs working on gender equality. The programme supports organizations advancing the Women, Peace and … [Read more...] about RFAs: Small Grants for Women, Peace and Security (Sri Lanka)

Applications open for Project Grants (Czech Republic)

Deadline: 15-Sep-2026 The EEA Civil Society Fund Project Grants Call supports civil society organisations in the Czech Republic working on democracy, human rights, inclusion, and organisational sustainability. Grants range from €25,001 to €100,000 (and up to €80,000 for organisational development) … [Read more...] about Applications open for Project Grants (Czech Republic)

Project Grants for Systemic Change and Civil Society (Czech Republic)

Deadline: 15-Sep-2026 The EEA Civil Society Fund’s Project Grants on Systemic Change support long-term initiatives in the Czech Republic that strengthen democracy, human rights, and civil society resilience. Grants range from €100,000 to €200,000 for 36-month projects focused on systemic policy, … [Read more...] about Project Grants for Systemic Change and Civil Society (Czech Republic)

Call for Projects: Small Project Regional Grants (Czech Republic)

Deadline: 15-Sep-2026 The Small Project Regional Grants support civil society organisations in the Karlovy Vary and Pilsen regions of the Czech Republic to strengthen democracy, human rights, and community engagement. Grants range from €2,000 to €5,000 for 6-month projects, with no co-financing … [Read more...] about Call for Projects: Small Project Regional Grants (Czech Republic)

Call for Applications: Rolling Call for Small Grants (Bulgaria)

Deadline: 29-Sep-2026 The Rolling Call for Small Grants under the EEA Civil Society Fund in Bulgaria supports small civil society projects that strengthen democracy, human rights, inclusion, and civic participation. It offers €10,000 to €25,000 per project for 6–12 months with no co-financing … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Rolling Call for Small Grants (Bulgaria)

Grant Competition for CSOs “Civil Society Cooperation Platforms” (Ukraine)

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The ISAR Unity grant supports civil society cooperation platforms in Ukraine that bring together NGOs and stakeholders to address community challenges and deliver practical solutions. It offers up to 1,000,000 UAH for initiatives focused on capacity building, recovery, and … [Read more...] about Grant Competition for CSOs “Civil Society Cooperation Platforms” (Ukraine)

Call for Proposals: Human Rights and Democracy Programme (Mongolia)

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The Human Rights and Democracy Programme Country Allocation Mongolia 2025 is an EU funding initiative that supports civil society, media, and institutions working to promote human rights, democracy, and rule of law in Mongolia. It provides grants of €200,000–€240,000 for … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Human Rights and Democracy Programme (Mongolia)

Call for Proposals: Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (Lebanon)

Deadline: 21-Jul-2026 UN Women Lebanon is inviting civil society organizations (CSOs), women’s rights organizations (WROs), and other eligible entities to submit proposals that strengthen the prevention of violence against women and girls (VAWG) and improve women’s access to justice … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (Lebanon)

UNDP Grant for Integrity, Transparency and Information Resilience in Ukraine

Deadline: 10-Jul-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting civil society organizations (CSOs) in Ukraine to apply for grants supporting transparency, accountability, anti-corruption, and information integrity initiatives. The programme funds projects that … [Read more...] about UNDP Grant for Integrity, Transparency and Information Resilience in Ukraine

Apply Now: National Host Institute for GEF Small Grants Programme (Nauru)

Deadline: 13-Jul-2026 The UNDP GEF Small Grants Programme (SGP) – Nauru National Host Institute Call for Proposals invites eligible civil society organizations in Nauru to serve as the National Host Institute for the Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme. The selected organization will … [Read more...] about Apply Now: National Host Institute for GEF Small Grants Programme (Nauru)

Apply Now: Collaboration for Civil Society Organization Networks’ Engagement in Nepal

Deadline: 14-Jul-2026 The NGO Federation of Nepal (NFN), in partnership with the Association of International NGOs in Nepal (AIN), is inviting project proposals from civil society organization (CSO) networks and federations under the EU-supported Civic Space Project (CSP). The … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Collaboration for Civil Society Organization Networks’ Engagement in Nepal

Call for Proposals: Advancing Peace and Stability in Sinjar (Iraq)

Deadline: 23-Jul-2026 UN Women is seeking qualified Yazidi local peace structures, civil society organizations, and activist networks to implement community-led peacebuilding initiatives in Sinjar, Ninewa Governorate. The call supports projects with budgets between USD 41,228 and USD 43,333 that … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Advancing Peace and Stability in Sinjar (Iraq)

RFAs: Strengthening Civic Space and Youth Voter Engagement Initiatives (Mongolia)

Deadline: 29-Jul-2026 The British Embassy Ulaanbaatar is inviting proposals from eligible non-profit organisations to strengthen civic space, increase civic participation, and promote youth-centred voter education across Mongolia. The programme offers up to £40,000 for projects supporting civil … [Read more...] about RFAs: Strengthening Civic Space and Youth Voter Engagement Initiatives (Mongolia)

Thematic Call for Civil Society and Human Rights Organizations (Ecuador)

Deadline: 01-Sep-2026 The European Commission's funding programme aims to empower civil society organizations (CSOs) in Ecuador by supporting initiatives that protect human rights, strengthen democratic governance, improve environmental sustainability, and encourage inclusive social … [Read more...] about Thematic Call for Civil Society and Human Rights Organizations (Ecuador)

CFPs: Strengthening Employability of Vulnerable Women through Civil Society Action (Moldova)

Deadline: 17-Jul-2026 UN Women Moldova is inviting civil society organizations to implement a gender-transformative capacity-building programme that promotes the socio-economic empowerment and resilience of vulnerable women. The programme will support women in Cahul, Stefan Voda, and UTA Gagauzia … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening Employability of Vulnerable Women through Civil Society Action (Moldova)

Call for Applications: Civil Society Organizations 2026 (Croatia)

Deadline: 05-Jul-2026 The French Embassy in Croatia is inviting Croatian civil society organizations to apply for grants of up to €4,000 for projects in media literacy, gender equality and sustainable development. The call supports activities such as conferences, round tables, study visits, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Civil Society Organizations 2026 (Croatia)

Applications open for Organizational Grants (Slovenia)

Deadline: 15-Oct-2026 The Call for Organizational Grants supports civil society organizations in Slovenia by strengthening their long-term strategic development, internal capacity, and work in key areas of social progress. The call focuses on democracy, rule of law, human rights, media literacy, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Organizational Grants (Slovenia)

Call for KUSANONE Grassroots Grant for Community Projects (Kazakhstan)

Deadline: 14-Aug-2026 The KUSANONE (Grassroots Human Security Projects) Grant Program is part of Japan’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) framework. It provides financial support to local institutions in Kazakhstan to implement community-level development projects that improve living … [Read more...] about Call for KUSANONE Grassroots Grant for Community Projects (Kazakhstan)

Open Call: Nature-Based Solutions for Sustainable Resource Management (Burundi)

Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 Enabel has launched a call for proposals under the RE2CLID project to strengthen citizen engagement and support the co-creation of nature-based solutions for sustainable natural resource management in urban and peri-urban areas of Burundi. The call focuses on inclusive … [Read more...] about Open Call: Nature-Based Solutions for Sustainable Resource Management (Burundi)

Apply Now: Conservation and Environmental CSO Grant Programme (Belize)

Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The Empowering Conservation and Environmental CSO Grant Programme provides up to US$160,000 in funding for eligible civil society organisations (CSOs) and NGOs in Belize. It is implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) with the Government of Belize and … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Conservation and Environmental CSO Grant Programme (Belize)

Call for Proposals: Small Grants Programme (Kazakhstan)

Deadline: 05-Jul-2026 The CHANGE Programme provides small grants to grassroots civil society organizations in Kazakhstan to strengthen institutional capacity and improve prevention and response systems for gender-based violence (GBV). Funded by the European Union and implemented by UN Women, UNDP, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Small Grants Programme (Kazakhstan)

Call No. 7 for Bilateral Cooperation in Civil Society Sector

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The EEA Civil Society Fund Slovakia has opened Call No. 7 for Bilateral Cooperation to strengthen partnerships between civil society organisations in Slovakia and organisations from Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway. The call supports structured cooperation focused on … [Read more...] about Call No. 7 for Bilateral Cooperation in Civil Society Sector

Call for Proposals: Civil Society Partnerships for Implementation of the Spotlight Initiative

Deadline: 27-Jul-2026 UN Women is inviting civil society organizations, networks, coalitions, and consortiums across Africa to apply for funding under the Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP) 2.0. The programme aims to accelerate efforts to end violence against women and girls, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Civil Society Partnerships for Implementation of the Spotlight Initiative

Call for EOIs: Funding Opportunity to Support Civil Society Participation (Ireland)

Deadline: 29-Jun-2026 The Department of Children, Disability and Equality is providing funding support for Irish Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to participate in the UN Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Pre-sessions 2026 in Geneva, Switzerland. The funding helps CSOs engage … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Funding Opportunity to Support Civil Society Participation (Ireland)

Request for Proposals: Strengthening EaP CSO Organizational Resilience

Deadline: 05-Jul-2026 The Transatlantic Foundation (TF), in cooperation with the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, has launched a grant programme to strengthen the resilience and sustainability of Civil Society … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Strengthening EaP CSO Organizational Resilience

Apply Now: Travel Grants for Civil Society Organizations

Deadline: 05-Jul-2026 The Transatlantic Foundation (TF), in cooperation with the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, has launched a travel grant programme supporting civil society representatives from the six Eastern … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Travel Grants for Civil Society Organizations

Call for Proposals: Civil Society Organisations (Armenia)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The Building Resilience in the Eastern Neighbourhood II (BREN II) grant programme provides funding of GBP 40,000–80,000 for registered Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Armenia. It supports activity-based projects that strengthen civil society resilience, promote peace and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Civil Society Organisations (Armenia)

Call for Applications: Communication Labs for CSOs (Moldova)

Deadline: 01-Jul-2026 The EU-funded Eastern Partnership Civil Society Facility project has launched the 2026 Communication Labs programme for civil society organisations in Moldova. The programme will select up to ten CSOs to strengthen their strategic communication, public engagement, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Communication Labs for CSOs (Moldova)

Open Call for Global Solidarity Fund (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 10-Aug-2026 The Scottish Government’s Global Solidarity Fund supports small Scottish civil society organisations, charities, social enterprises, and community groups working on global citizenship, international partnerships, and locally led development. The fund offers three grant … [Read more...] about Open Call for Global Solidarity Fund (United Kingdom)

CFPs: Strengthening Civil Society Engagement for Just Energy Transition/Climate Action (Indonesia)

Deadline: 21-Jun-2026 The WWF Indonesia Foundation is inviting applications from civil society organizations in Indonesia to strengthen participation in the country's just energy transition and climate action efforts. The initiative focuses on enhancing organizational capacity, improving access to … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening Civil Society Engagement for Just Energy Transition/Climate Action (Indonesia)

Call for CSOs/CBOs to protect Human Health, Ecosystems and Food (Liberia)

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting Civil Society Organizations and Community-Based Organizations in Liberia to implement a one-year community project focused on protecting human health, ecosystems, and food systems. The initiative supports … [Read more...] about Call for CSOs/CBOs to protect Human Health, Ecosystems and Food (Liberia)

Apply Now: Project Grants Programme (Sweden and Lithuania)

Deadline: 01-Oct-2026 The Project Grants programme supports joint development initiatives between Lithuania and Sweden by funding collaborative projects between young people, organisations, and individuals. The programme focuses on culture, youth, education, innovation, entrepreneurship, civil … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Project Grants Programme (Sweden and Lithuania)

RFPs: Community-Driven Environmental and Sustainable Development Initiatives (Uganda)

Deadline: 02-Jul-2026 The Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP), implemented by United Nations Development Programme Uganda, is inviting community-based organizations, civil society organizations, and NGOs to apply for grants of up to USD 40,000. The program supports … [Read more...] about RFPs: Community-Driven Environmental and Sustainable Development Initiatives (Uganda)

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