Deadline: 27-Mar-2026
The Institute for Economic Research and Policy Consulting (IER) invites civil society organizations (CSOs) and initiative groups in Ukraine to apply for grants supporting the monitoring of public investment projects (PIPs). Grants of 800,000–930,000 UAH aim to enhance transparency, accountability, and the effectiveness of social infrastructure investments.
Program Overview
The IER grant competition seeks to empower national and local CSOs to monitor public investment projects in Ukraine. The initiative focuses on social infrastructure sectors such as education, healthcare, cultural institutions, residential buildings, and administrative facilities. By involving civil society in assessing the implementation of public investment projects, the program supports Ukraine’s new public investment management system and promotes effective, transparent, and accountable governance.
Funding Objectives
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Strengthen monitoring of public investment projects at the local level
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Improve efficiency and effectiveness of social infrastructure investments
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Promote transparency and accountability in public finance
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Engage civil society in the reform and oversight of Ukraine’s public investment management system
Eligible Project Areas
CSOs may submit project proposals targeting public investment projects in the following sectors:
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Education: Preschools, schools, vocational schools, higher education institutions
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Healthcare: Primary care and specialized care facilities
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Culture: Libraries, theaters, museums
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Residential Buildings: Community housing projects
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Administrative Buildings: Municipal government premises, administrative service centers (ASCs)
Grant Details
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Funding Amount: 800,000–930,000 UAH per project
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Purpose: Support CSO initiatives that assess and analyze public investment implementation, promote transparency, and enhance the efficiency of public finance
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Eligible Applicants: National and local CSOs and initiative groups actively engaged in public finance monitoring
How to Apply
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Confirm eligibility as a national or local CSO or initiative group in Ukraine
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Identify public investment projects in social infrastructure sectors for monitoring
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Prepare a detailed proposal including methodology, monitoring plan, expected outcomes, and community impact
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Submit the proposal according to the competition guidelines provided by IER
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Ensure activities contribute to transparency, accountability, and effective public investment management
Why This Grant Matters
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Enables civil society to actively monitor and evaluate public investment projects
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Promotes transparency, accountability, and better governance in social infrastructure spending
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Supports evidence-based improvements in Ukraine’s public investment system
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Enhances public trust in local government and investment initiatives
FAQs
1. Who can apply for the grant? National and local civil society organizations or initiative groups in Ukraine.
2. What is the funding range? 800,000–930,000 UAH per project.
3. Which sectors are eligible? Education, healthcare, cultural institutions, residential buildings, and administrative facilities.
4. What is the main goal of the grant? To strengthen monitoring of public investment projects and promote transparency and accountability.
5. Can initiative groups submit proposals? Yes, initiative groups operating at local or national levels are eligible.
6. How does this grant impact communities? By improving oversight of public investments, projects enhance social infrastructure and public services.
7. Are there restrictions on the type of public investment projects? Proposals should focus on social infrastructure projects in Ukraine relevant to the sectors listed.
Conclusion
The IER Public Investment Monitoring Grant 2026 empowers civil society to play a direct role in enhancing transparency and accountability in Ukraine’s public investment projects. By monitoring social infrastructure initiatives, CSOs contribute to more effective public finance management and improved community services.
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