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CfP: National BOOST Grant Program – Supporting Local Civil Society Impact (Deadline: 12 May)

Target group: Civil society organizations with at least two years of experience in youth engagement, environmental sustainability, rural development, or cultural heritageCountries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and SerbiaAim: The BOOST Program, supported by the Agence Française de Développement, offers funding for national CSOs to implement projects that empower youth and women,

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CfP: Civil Society Cooperation in the Field of Youth – Framework Partnership Agreements (Deadline: 15 May)

Target group: European non-governmental organisations (ENGOs) and EU-wide networks active in the field of youth Countries: EU Member States and Erasmus+ Programme Countries (including EEA and associated countries) Aim: This call provides structural support in the form of operating grants to ENGOs and EU-wide networks working on youth issues. It aims to enhance their capacity

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CfP: Investigative Journalism Grants by BIRN (Deadline: 30 June)

Target group: Journalists reporting on EU member states and EU-aspiring countries Countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey, Ukraine, and Kosovo Aim: To support in-depth investigative stories that shed light on critical political, economic, and social issues. Selected journalists will receive financial support and editorial mentoring as part of the

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CfP: Creativity Pioneers Fund 2025 (Deadline: 7 April)

Target group: Legally registered, non-profit organisations placing creativity at the core of their social transformation work. Aim: To support small and grassroots organisations working with disadvantaged and marginalised communities—especially youth aged 16–27—by providing unrestricted support to strengthen their operations and impact. Amount: €5,000 in unrestricted funding, with opportunities for further collaboration, mentoring, networking, and learning

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CfP: Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV) (Deadline: 29 April)

Target group: CSOs, local and regional authorities, research institutions, and public universities from EU Member States and eligible non-EU countries. Aim: To support projects fostering civic engagement and democratic participation, including exchanges on EU policy priorities, countering disinformation, and promoting citizen involvement in decision-making. Amount: 33 million EUR total budget; minimum grant amount 75 000 EUR.

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CfP: Together For LGBTQI+ Equality (Deadline: 17 April)

Target group: CSOs from Western Balkans (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia) registered at least 12 months prior to the deadline. Aim: To support CSO-led projects that promote the equality and inclusion of LGBTIQ persons in all areas of public and private life. Focus includes advocacy, awareness-raising, alliance-building, and strategic litigation

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CfP: RCGO Action Grants for Supporting 2025 Local Elections in North Macedonia (Deadline: 10 April)

Target group: CSOs in North Macedonia Aim: Strengthen CSOs’ participation and engagement in inclusive, transparent, and accountable local elections, with a focus on women’s participation, youth, and marginalized groups. Amount: 9 000 – 10 000 EUR Duration: 9 to 12 months Deadline: 10 April Link to more information (Civil Society Resource Centre in North Macedonia)

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CfP: Second Call for International Mobility Grants for Public Service Journalism Media Professionals (Deadline: 10 April)

Target group: Mid-career and young media professionals with at least one year of experience, engaged in content development for public media services in the Western Balkans, and formally affiliated (employed or freelance) with a PSM that has an MoU with Goethe-Institut and DW Akademie. Aim: To enhance the professional abilities and understanding of PSM media

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CfP: Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV) (Deadline: 29 April)

Target group: CSOs, local and regional authorities, research institutions, and public universities from EU Member States and eligible non-EU countries. Aim: To support projects fostering civic engagement and democratic participation, including exchanges on EU policy priorities, countering disinformation, and promoting citizen involvement in decision-making. Amount: 33 million EUR total budget; minimum grant amount 75 000 EUR.

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CfP: Professional Development Grants for Environmental Journalism (Deadline: 22 May)

Target group: Incorporated legal entities (organisations, companies) across Europe Aim: To support enabling activities and services for environmental investigative journalism by funding training and professional development programs that help journalists enhance their skills in reporting on environmental issues. Amount: The total available amount per call to be distributed among all supported projects will be around

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CfP: UNDP Youth4Climate initiative (Deadline: 26 May)

Target group: Young climate leaders and youth-led organizations worldwide. Aim: To support innovative and impactful youth-led solutions addressing climate change through funding, capacity-building, and networking opportunities. Amount: Up to 30,000 USD per project, with total allocated support reaching 2.5 million USD globally since 2023. Duration: Over a maximum of 24 months Deadline: 26 May Link

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CfP: BIRN Audience-Engaged Journalism Grants (Deadline: 2 March)

Target groups: Local media outlets from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia. Aim: To support audience-engaged journalism by equipping media outlets with digital tools, training, and mentoring to enhance community participation, transparency, and investigative reporting. Amount: Up to 60,000 EUR total budget; individual grants up to 5,000 EUR; cross-border grants up

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