Deadline: 16-Feb-2026
The Polish Aid Small Grants Programme 2026 invites Lebanese organizations to apply for grants of up to USD 25,000 to implement projects addressing key development priorities. The program focuses on education, governance, health, renewable energy, and environmental sustainability, supporting practical, community-based actions that improve services, infrastructure, and institutional capacity. Eligible applicants include NGOs, foundations, associations, and public institutions registered in Lebanon.
Overview
The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Lebanon offers small grants to support projects that:
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Strengthen the education system and promote equal access to education, with a focus on women and girls
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Build capacity of local administration in disaster response and crisis management
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Improve healthcare services and medical infrastructure
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Expand access to renewable energy sources
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Support sustainable management of natural resources and waste
The program emphasizes practical, locally implemented initiatives that produce tangible results in education, governance, urban development, health, climate resilience, and environmental sustainability.
Funding Details
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Maximum grant per project: USD 25,000
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Funding supports small-scale, high-impact projects aligned with Poland’s development cooperation priorities
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Eligible expenses include costs directly related to project implementation, capacity building, and infrastructure improvements
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Projects must address at least one thematic area:
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Equal opportunities in education
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Peace and strong institutions
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Sustainable cities
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Health
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Climate and natural resources
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Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants include:
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Local non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
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Associations and foundations
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Public utility institutions and public administration bodies at central or local levels
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Must be officially registered in the Republic of Lebanon
Additional Considerations
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Projects should demonstrate impact, sustainability, and capacity building
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Initiatives are expected to produce measurable improvements in services, infrastructure, and institutional practices
How to Apply: Step-by-Step
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Confirm eligibility of your organization under Lebanese law
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Identify a project that addresses at least one of the thematic areas
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Prepare a proposal including objectives, activities, expected outcomes, budget, and sustainability plan
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Submit the application through the official Polish Aid submission channel
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Implement the project and report results according to program guidelines
Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be assessed based on:
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Alignment with programmatic priorities and thematic areas
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Potential social, institutional, and environmental impact
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Feasibility, clarity, and sustainability of project activities
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Capacity and experience of the applicant organization
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Cost-effectiveness and proper budget planning
Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Applying as an unregistered organization in Lebanon
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Submitting projects that do not address a priority thematic area
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Failing to demonstrate local impact, sustainability, or institutional capacity
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Overestimating funding needs above USD 25,000
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Ignoring program guidelines for eligibility or project scope
Why This Program Matters
The Polish Aid Small Grants Programme:
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Strengthens local capacities in education, governance, health, and environmental management
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Supports equal access to education and empowerment of women and girls
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Promotes sustainable, community-led development initiatives
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Encourages practical interventions with tangible, measurable outcomes
Conclusion
The Polish Aid Small Grants Programme 2026 provides Lebanese organizations with an opportunity to implement locally relevant, high-impact projects that improve education, governance, health services, and environmental sustainability. By targeting practical solutions and capacity building, the program ensures that funded initiatives deliver measurable benefits to communities and institutions across Lebanon.
For more information, visit gov.pl.