Deadline: 01-Oct-2026
The Project Grants programme supports joint development initiatives between Lithuania and Sweden by funding collaborative projects between young people, organisations, and individuals. The programme focuses on culture, youth, education, innovation, entrepreneurship, civil society development, and cross-border cooperation. Grants of up to SEK 50,000 are available for projects that begin after funding is awarded and are completed within one year.
Overview of the Project Grants Programme
The Project Grants programme provides funding for joint development projects between Lithuania and Sweden.
It is designed to strengthen cooperation between young people, organisations, and individuals in both countries. The programme supports initiatives that encourage creativity, learning, cultural exchange, innovation, and long-term bilateral collaboration.
The funding opportunity is especially relevant for projects that build new partnerships, expand networks, and promote cooperation between organisations and people who have recently started working together.
Key Focus Areas
The Project Grants programme supports initiatives that contribute to cooperation, exchange, and development between Lithuania and Sweden.
Key focus areas include:
- Development of networks
- Creation of new enterprises
- Innovation and entrepreneurship
- Cultural and intellectual exchange
- Bilateral promotion of culture and language
- Social cohesion
- Development perspectives
- Youth cooperation
- Education and learning
- Civil society development
- New cooperation between organisations and individuals
- Long-term Lithuania–Sweden collaboration
Funding Amount
The maximum funding available for a single project is SEK 50,000.
The grant is intended to support project-related costs that are clearly connected to the planned activities. Applicants should present a realistic and detailed budget that explains how the requested funding will be used.
Project Duration and Timeline
All funded projects must be completed within one year from the project start date.
Projects must begin only after funding has been awarded. This means applicants should not start grant-supported activities before receiving approval.
A final report must be submitted no later than three months after the project has been completed.
Co-Financing Requirement
There is no mandatory co-financing requirement for this programme.
However, applicants must clearly disclose any additional funding received from other sources. This includes other grants, contributions, sponsorships, or financial support linked to the same project.
Being transparent about additional funding helps ensure that the project budget is accurate and properly assessed.
What the Programme Supports
The programme supports collaborative projects that create meaningful connections between Lithuania and Sweden.
Supported activities may include:
- Joint youth initiatives
- Cultural exchange projects
- Educational cooperation
- Innovation-focused activities
- Entrepreneurship development
- Civil society partnerships
- Network-building activities
- Language and culture promotion
- Social cohesion initiatives
- Cross-border learning and collaboration
- Projects that create new cooperation between organisations or individuals
Projects should clearly explain how they will strengthen ties between Lithuania and Sweden and create long-term value for participants, organisations, or communities.
Who is Eligible?
Eligible applicants include organisations, individuals, and groups involved in joint development initiatives between Lithuania and Sweden.
The programme is particularly suitable for:
- Youth organisations
- Cultural organisations
- Educational institutions or groups
- Civil society organisations
- Innovation and entrepreneurship actors
- Organisations promoting cultural or language exchange
- Groups developing new Lithuania–Sweden partnerships
- Individuals and organisations that have recently begun working together across the two countries
Applicants should demonstrate that the project involves cooperation between Lithuania and Sweden and contributes to one or more of the programme’s focus areas.
Why It Matters
The Project Grants programme matters because it helps build stronger cooperation between Lithuania and Sweden through practical, people-to-people collaboration.
Cross-border projects can support mutual understanding, cultural exchange, skills development, innovation, and stronger civil society connections. By supporting young people and organisations, the programme encourages long-term partnerships that go beyond one-time activities.
The funding also helps new partnerships grow by supporting early-stage cooperation between individuals and organisations that have recently started working together.
How to Apply or Prepare a Strong Application
Applicants should prepare a clear project proposal that explains the purpose, activities, partnership structure, budget, and expected results.
Step 1: Define the Project Idea
Start by clearly describing the project and its purpose.
The project should explain:
- What the initiative will do
- Why it is needed
- Who will participate
- How it will connect Lithuania and Sweden
- What long-term value it will create
Step 2: Show the Lithuania–Sweden Cooperation
The application should clearly demonstrate cooperation between both countries.
Applicants should explain the role of each partner, organisation, or individual involved in the project. The proposal should show how the collaboration will support cultural, educational, social, civil society, innovation, or entrepreneurship goals.
Step 3: Connect the Project to Programme Focus Areas
A strong application should clearly link the project to the programme’s priorities.
Relevant focus areas may include cultural exchange, youth cooperation, social cohesion, innovation, entrepreneurship, network development, education, civil society development, or bilateral promotion of culture and language.
Step 4: Prepare a Realistic Budget
Applicants must submit a realistic and detailed budget.
The budget should include:
- Travel arrangements
- Number of participants
- Roles of travelling individuals
- Modes of transport
- Travel-related costs
- Materials required for project activities
- Other costs linked to implementation
The budget should be clear, reasonable, and directly connected to the proposed activities.
Step 5: Disclose Additional Funding
Although co-financing is not required, applicants must disclose any additional funding from other sources.
This may include support from partner organisations, other grants, sponsorships, or contributions.
Step 6: Plan the Project Timeline
Applicants should ensure that the project starts only after funding has been awarded.
The project must be completed within one year from the start date. A final report must be submitted within three months after completion.
Step 7: Explain the Expected Results
The application should clearly describe what the project will achieve.
Expected results may include:
- New partnerships
- Stronger youth cooperation
- Improved cultural understanding
- Expanded networks
- New enterprise ideas
- Innovation outcomes
- Stronger civil society collaboration
- Increased knowledge exchange between Lithuania and Sweden
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Applicants should avoid vague or incomplete applications.
Common mistakes include:
- Starting project activities before funding is awarded
- Submitting an unclear project timeline
- Providing a budget without enough detail
- Not explaining the roles of participants or partners
- Failing to show the Lithuania–Sweden connection
- Not linking the project to programme focus areas
- Forgetting to disclose additional funding
- Planning activities that cannot be completed within one year
- Submitting a weak final reporting plan
Tips for a Strong Application
A strong application should be clear, practical, and partnership-focused.
Applicants should:
- Explain the project purpose in direct language
- Show clear cooperation between Lithuania and Sweden
- Identify the role of each partner or participant
- Provide a realistic budget with detailed cost information
- Make sure the project begins only after funding approval
- Complete all activities within one year
- Highlight long-term value beyond the project period
- Explain how the project supports cultural, educational, social, or innovation goals
- Clearly disclose any other sources of funding
FAQ
1. What is the Project Grants programme?
The Project Grants programme is a funding opportunity that supports joint development projects between Lithuania and Sweden. It promotes cooperation in culture, youth, education, innovation, entrepreneurship, and civil society development.
2. How much funding is available?
The maximum funding available for a single project is SEK 50,000.
3. Can a project start before funding is awarded?
No. Projects must begin only after funding has been awarded. Activities that start before approval may not be supported.
4. How long can a funded project last?
All funded projects must be completed within one year from the project start date.
5. Is co-financing required?
No. Co-financing is not required. However, applicants must disclose any additional funding received from other sources.
6. What should be included in the project budget?
The budget should include details such as travel arrangements, number of participants, roles of travelling individuals, modes of transport, associated costs, and materials needed for project implementation.
7. What types of projects are suitable for this grant?
Suitable projects include Lithuania–Sweden cooperation initiatives related to culture, education, youth, innovation, entrepreneurship, social cohesion, civil society development, language promotion, network building, and new partnerships.
Conclusion
The Project Grants programme provides important support for collaborative initiatives between Lithuania and Sweden.
With funding of up to SEK 50,000, the programme helps young people, organisations, and individuals build partnerships, develop networks, promote culture and language, support innovation, and strengthen civil society cooperation. Applicants should prepare a clear proposal, realistic budget, strong partnership plan, and well-defined project timeline to show how their initiative will create meaningful and lasting cross-border value.
For more information, visit Sweden-Lithuania Cooperation Fund.
