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John S. Latsis Public Benefit Foundation Grant Program (Greece)

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Notice of Funding Opportunity: Small Grants Program in Slovenia

Deadline: 31-Mar-2026

The John S. Latsis Public Benefit Foundation has opened its 2026 application period for unsolicited grant requests from Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) for non-profit projects in Greece. Selected projects will begin implementation and receive funding in 2027, with applications accepted only through the Foundation’s online form until 31 March 2026 at 18:00 (Greece Time).

This funding opportunity supports projects under three priority pillars—Education & Skills, Innovation & Sustainable Development, and Social Action & Solidarity—with priority given to non-profit projects with total budgets up to €20,000.

The John S. Latsis Public Benefit Foundation is inviting Civil Society Organisations in Greece to submit unsolicited grant applications for non-profit initiatives that will be funded and launched in 2027.

The program is designed to support organisations working in areas aligned with the Foundation’s strategic priorities and offers funding exclusively for projects implemented in Greece. This call is intended for organisations, not individuals, and applications must be submitted through the Foundation’s official electronic application system.

Key Grant Details at a Glance

Program Snapshot

What the Foundation Funds

The Foundation supports non-profit projects in Greece that align with its three strategic pillars.

Strategic Funding Pillars

1) Education & Skills

Projects under this pillar may focus on:

2) Innovation & Sustainable Development

This pillar supports initiatives related to:

3) Social Action & Solidarity

This area supports projects that strengthen:

Applicants should clearly position their project under one or more of these pillars.

Who Can Apply?

Funding is available only for organisations implementing non-profit projects in Greece.

Eligible Applicants

The Foundation states that eligible applicants include:

Public Entities Also Eligible

In addition to civil society organisations, public entities active in the Foundation’s fields of action are also eligible.

Minimum Operating Requirement

Eligible organisations must have:

Not Eligible

Geographic Eligibility

The Foundation funds projects exclusively in Greece.

This means:

If a project has international elements, the core funded activities should still clearly relate to non-profit implementation in Greece.

Funding Priorities and Budget Guidance

While the Foundation supports a range of project sizes, it clearly notes a strong budget preference.

Budget Priority

Priority will be given to:

This does not automatically mean larger budgets are impossible, but applicants with smaller, focused, and realistic projects may be more competitive.

What This Means for Applicants

A strong proposal should likely be:

Eligible Project Costs

The Foundation sets clear expectations for what project expenses must look like.

General Rules for Eligible Expenses

Project costs must:

This means applicants should avoid vague, inflated, or weakly justified budget lines.

Mandatory Eligible Expense: Dissemination and Visibility

One especially important rule in this call is that the Foundation identifies a mandatory eligible expense.

Required Cost Category

Applicants must include costs for:

These costs are required in order to:

Why This Matters

This is a critical detail that applicants should not miss.

If your budget does not include an appropriate line for documentation and dissemination, your application may be weaker or potentially non-compliant with the Foundation’s expectations.

Optional Eligible Expense: Independent Audit

The Foundation also mentions an optional cost category.

Optional Cost Category

Applicants may include the cost of:

This is optional, not mandatory, but it may be useful for organisations that want to strengthen accountability and financial transparency.

How to Apply

Applications will only be accepted through the Foundation’s electronic form on its official website.

Important Submission Rule

This means:

Application Window

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. Confirm organisational eligibility
    Make sure your organisation is a qualifying non-profit legal entity or eligible public entity operating in Greece.

  2. Check your operating history
    Ensure the organisation has been legally established and operating for at least one year in Greece.

  3. Choose the correct strategic pillar
    Align your project with:

    • Education & Skills

    • Innovation & Sustainable Development

    • Social Action & Solidarity

  4. Design a non-profit project for Greece
    Make sure the project is clearly non-profit and will be implemented in Greece.

  5. Prepare a realistic budget
    If possible, keep the total project budget at or below €20,000 to align with the Foundation’s stated priority.

  6. Include mandatory dissemination costs
    Add a budget line for:

    • Photography

    • Videography

    • Project dissemination / visibility activities

  7. Add optional audit costs if relevant
    Consider whether an independent audit cost should be included.

  8. Submit through the electronic form only
    Complete and submit the application via the Foundation’s official online system before the deadline.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid these common application errors:

Tips for a Stronger Application

What Can Improve Competitiveness

To strengthen your application:

Best Strategic Positioning

The strongest applications will likely be those that present:

Why This Grant Matters

This grant matters because it supports small to mid-sized non-profit initiatives that can deliver tangible social value in Greece.

It is particularly valuable for organisations that need:

For many CSOs, especially smaller organisations, a grant with a preferred budget of up to €20,000 can be highly useful for launching targeted, high-impact work.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1) Who can apply for the John S. Latsis Public Benefit Foundation grants?

Eligible applicants include:

2) Are individuals eligible?

No. The Foundation clearly states that it does not fund individuals.

3) What types of projects are supported?

The Foundation supports non-profit projects in Greece under three pillars:

4) What is the application deadline?

The deadline is:

5) How must applications be submitted?

Applications must be submitted only through the Foundation’s electronic application form on its website. Any other submission method will not be accepted.

6) Is there a preferred budget size?

Yes. Priority is given to non-profit projects with a total budget of up to €20,000.

7) Is any budget item mandatory?

Yes. A mandatory eligible expense is the cost of:

These are required to document and present project results and impact.

Conclusion

The John S. Latsis Public Benefit Foundation 2026 grant call is a strong opportunity for Civil Society Organisations in Greece seeking support for non-profit projects that will begin in 2027. With funding focused on Education & Skills, Innovation & Sustainable Development, and Social Action & Solidarity, the call is especially suitable for organisations with practical, well-scoped, and impact-driven initiatives.

For more information, visit John S. Latsis Public Benefit Foundation.

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