Deadline: 17-Mar-2026
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AI Snippet Summary: The ReLOaD3 programme, implemented by UNDP with European Union support, invites civil society organisations (CSOs) in Kosovo to apply for grants aimed at enhancing local governance and service delivery in Malishevë/Mališevo. Projects should focus on youth participation, education, social inclusion, volunteerism, sustainable tourism, and community development, with grants ranging from EUR 5,000 to EUR 30,000.
Overview of ReLOaD3 Programme
The Regional Programme on Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 3 (ReLOaD3) builds on previous phases (2017–2024) in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia. Key achievements of earlier phases include establishing strong local governance mechanisms, strengthening partnerships between municipalities and CSOs, and supporting over 80 CSO projects across eleven municipalities in Kosovo. ReLOaD3 continues these efforts, focusing on inclusive governance, municipal service improvement, and sustainable community development.
Objectives of the Public Call
The ReLOaD3 public call in Malishevë/Mališevo targets CSOs aiming to improve collaboration with local authorities and enhance public services. The program prioritizes youth participation in local decision-making and governance, non-formal education, vocational training, and youth employment, social safety, well-being, and inclusion including accessibility for persons with disabilities, volunteerism through educational, artistic, cultural, and sports activities, entrepreneurship and skills development, community integration and prevention of illegal activities, promotion of cultural and natural heritage and sustainable tourism, and community activation projects supporting local engagement.
Funding Details
The total budget is EUR 52,000 (co-financed by Malishevë/Mališevo Municipality and programme partners). Individual grants range from EUR 5,000 to EUR 30,000. Project duration is 6–12 months, with implementation scheduled from May 2026 to April 2027.
Who is Eligible?
Eligible applicants are civil society organisations (CSOs) in Kosovo, with priority for those operating in the Municipality of Malishevë/Mališevo and proposing projects aligned with defined local priorities.
How the Programme Works
ReLOaD3 promotes result-oriented cooperation between CSOs, residents, and local authorities through a call for proposals where CSOs submit project ideas addressing local priorities, evaluation and selection based on relevance, feasibility, and impact, funding agreements for successful applicants, project implementation with monitoring and reporting, and ongoing technical support from UNDP and programme partners to ensure transparency and effective execution.
Tips for Applicants
To improve chances of success, align project objectives with local priorities and youth inclusion, clearly demonstrate community impact and sustainability, include detailed budget planning and implementation timelines, highlight collaboration with local authorities, and ensure projects promote transparency, accountability, and social inclusion.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What types of projects are eligible for funding? Projects focusing on youth participation, education, employment, social inclusion, volunteerism, community development, sustainable tourism, and heritage promotion.
2. How long can projects last? Between 6 and 12 months, implemented from May 2026 to April 2027.
3. What is the grant range? Individual grants range from EUR 5,000 to EUR 30,000.
4. Who can apply? Civil society organisations (CSOs) operating in Kosovo, with preference for those active in Malishevë/Mališevo.
5. How will projects be evaluated? Applications are assessed based on alignment with local priorities, feasibility, expected impact, sustainability, and collaboration with local authorities.
6. Can projects target persons with disabilities? Yes, inclusivity and accessibility for persons with disabilities are key priorities.
7. Are multi-stakeholder partnerships encouraged? Yes, collaboration between CSOs, residents, and municipalities is strongly recommended.
Conclusion
ReLOaD3 strengthens transparent, accountable, and inclusive local governance, enhances municipal services while empowering youth and communities to actively participate in shaping their municipality, and funds innovative, sustainable projects contributing to long-term social development and community resilience.
For more information, visit UNDP.