Deadline: 15 December 2017
The Embassy of the Netherlands is currently inviting non-governmental organizations to submit project proposals for Matra for European Cooperation Fund.
Matra for European Cooperation is a major programme run by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. “Matra for European Cooperation” focuses on activities that contribute to the development of a plural democracy, grounded in the rule of law, with room for dialogue between the government and civil society; to build capacity and strengthen the institutions of civil society and government, and to strengthen bilateral relations.
Types of Project
“Matra for European Cooperation Embassy” Programme is a demand-driven programme and therefore only supports target group initiatives. To be eligible for a “Matra for European Cooperation” grant, projects must promote the process of transformation in the following areas:
- Rule of Law
- Good governance
- Human rights
- Public awareness and media
Funding Information
- The duration of the project should be between 12-24 months.
- The total project value can be around €100,000.00. The budget will be scrutinized by the Embassy.
Requirements
- Applications must be relevant to “Matra for European Cooperation” objectives.
- The application must relate to one or more of the “Matra for European Cooperation” themes mentioned above.
- The target group should be clearly defined and actively involved in implementing the project.
- The applicant(s) should bear part of the burden of the project (financially or in kind).
- The following factors will also be taken into account:
- how the problem, objective, target group and envisaged results are presented;
- activities, timetable and realistic budget;
- active involvement of the target group at all stages of the project;
- extent of the applicant’s own contribution (financially or in kind);
- support for and feasibility/sustainability of the activity;
- management capacity of the implementing organisation;
- distribution over Matra themes;
- does the project influence Kosovo’s EU integration process and does it stimulate EU integration awareness;
- preference is given to funding that serves as seed money, i.e. which stimulates local processes;
- preference is given to projects which demonstrate implementation of activities by a coalition of NGOs.
How to Apply
Applicants can download the Matra application form 2018 (Kosovo) via given website.
For more information, please visit 2018 Call for Proposals.