Deadline: 15-May-2026
The Slovak Agency for International Development Cooperation and the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Tbilisi are offering small grants of up to €10,000 for local development projects in Georgia. Projects should align with sustainable development goals (SDGs) in education, health, governance, agriculture, infrastructure, and market development, integrating cross-cutting themes like gender equality and climate action.
Overview
The programme supports small-scale community interventions that respond to local development needs with flexibility and operational efficiency. Key priority areas include:
- Quality Education (SDG 4)
- Good Health and Wellbeing (SDG 3)
- Good Governance and Civil Society (SDG 11, 16, 17)
- Food Security and Agriculture (SDG 1, 2)
- Infrastructure & Sustainable Resource Use (SDG 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 15)
- Market Creation & Economic Development (SDG 8, 9)
Cross-cutting themes: environmental sustainability, climate change, and gender equality (SDG 5).
Grant Details
- Maximum funding per project: €10,000
- Total funding available for 2026: €60,000
- Project duration: 6–12 months, starting after the grant agreement
- Funding type: non-commercial, flexible, community-focused
Eligibility
Eligible applicants include:
- Non-commercial legal entities
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Local or regional self-government units
Exclusions: entities under international sanctions or with outstanding financial claims from the Slovak Republic.
How to Apply
- Ensure the project aligns with priority sectors and cross-cutting themes.
- Prepare a detailed proposal demonstrating community impact and integration of SDGs.
- Submit the application to the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Tbilisi following official guidelines.
Why It Matters
This programme enables impactful, community-level projects that address local development challenges while advancing Slovakia’s Official Development Assistance goals. Projects also promote sustainable development, inclusivity, and operational efficiency.
FAQs
- What is the maximum grant amount?
Up to €10,000 per project. - What is the project duration?
6–12 months, starting post-agreement. - Who can apply?
NGOs, non-commercial legal entities, or local/regional government units. - Which sectors are eligible?
Education, health, governance, agriculture, infrastructure, market development, and related SDG-focused areas. - Are cross-cutting themes mandatory?
Yes – proposals must integrate gender equality and environmental sustainability. - Are entities under sanctions eligible?
No – such entities or those with outstanding claims from Slovakia are ineligible.
Conclusion
The Slovak Small Grants Programme offers a strategic opportunity for Georgian organizations to implement SDG-aligned, community-driven projects, strengthening local development while fostering sustainability, inclusivity, and social impact.
For more information, visit Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Tbilisi.