Deadline: 29-May-2026
The Slovak Small Grants Programme is implemented through the Slovak Embassy in Minsk as part of Slovakia’s international development cooperation efforts.
The programme funds flexible, community-focused development initiatives that respond to local priorities while supporting sustainable and inclusive development.
Projects must align with Slovakia’s development cooperation priorities for 2025–2030.
Key Focus Areas
The programme supports projects in:
- Infrastructure development
- Sustainable natural resource management
- Water and waste management
- Environmental protection and restoration
- Green economy transition
- Clean energy and energy security
- Sustainable forest management
- Disaster risk reduction and resilience
- Environmental awareness and education
- Maternal and child health
- Nutrition and healthcare access
- Health facility equipment and health education
- Mental health awareness
- Training of healthcare workers
- Quality education and school improvement
- Skills development and entrepreneurship
- Teacher and staff training
- Climate change adaptation and mitigation
- Biodiversity and ecosystem protection
- Gender equality and women’s empowerment
- Elimination of violence and discrimination against women and girls
Funding Details
- Maximum grant per project: €10,000
- Total programme budget: €20,000
- Project duration: 6–12 months
- Start date: After grant agreement enters into force
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants include:
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Non-commercial legal entities
- Local self-government units
- Regional self-government units
Applicants must implement projects aligned with Slovak development cooperation priorities.
Project Requirements
Projects must:
- Address local development needs
- Align with defined thematic priorities
- Integrate environmental and climate considerations
- Include gender equality and inclusion elements
- Demonstrate practical community impact
- Be feasible within the proposed timeline and budget
Cross-Cutting Priorities
All projects are expected to incorporate:
Environment and Climate Change
Projects should contribute to:
- Climate adaptation and mitigation
- Sustainable environmental management
- Ecosystem and biodiversity protection
Gender Equality
Projects should support:
- Equal access to opportunities and services
- Women’s empowerment
- Reduction of discrimination and violence
Priority Sectors
The programme gives importance to projects in:
- Sustainable infrastructure and environmental systems
- Healthcare and social services, especially for mothers and children
- Quality education and workforce development
Ineligible Projects
Projects that do not align with programme priorities or thematic focus areas will not be considered for funding.
Evaluation Priorities
Applications are likely assessed based on:
- Alignment with Slovak development priorities
- Relevance to local community needs
- Sustainability and long-term impact
- Environmental and social inclusion considerations
- Feasibility and implementation capacity
- Gender-sensitive project design
Why This Programme Matters
The Slovak Small Grants Programme supports grassroots development initiatives that directly improve community well-being and sustainability.
It helps:
- Strengthen local development capacity
- Improve environmental and social outcomes
- Support health and education access
- Promote climate resilience and sustainability
- Advance gender equality and inclusive development
Conclusion
The Slovak Small Grants 2026 programme provides up to €10,000 for small-scale development projects addressing local needs in areas such as environment, health, education, and gender equality. Through flexible community-focused funding, the programme supports sustainable and inclusive development aligned with Slovak international cooperation priorities.
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