Call for proposals to promote civil society organisations’ awareness of, capacity building and implementation of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights

Last updated: 19.7.2025
Grant

The CERV-2025-CHAR-LITI Call for Proposals offers EU action grants to civil society organisations dedicated to upholding fundamental rights across the European Union. This program aims to boost awareness, build capacity, and facilitate the implementation of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights. Projects can be national or transnational, strengthening democratic dialogue, transparency, and the rule of law within the Union.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. It aims to support civil society organisations across EU Member States in strengthening fundamental rights and democratic values.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects and thematic priorities that are eligible for funding under the CERV-2025-CHAR-LITI call. It also specifies rules regarding eligible and excluded costs, and the developmental stage of supported initiatives.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section clarifies the nature of financial support available, including the type of instrument used, funding amounts, and co-financing requirements.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules and conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application, implementation, and reporting phases of the program. Adherence to these provisions is crucial for successful participation and project execution.

Application Procedure

This section outlines the procedural steps for submitting proposals under the CERV-2025-CHAR-LITI call, from accessing the submission system to understanding the evaluation and award timelines.

This section identifies the foundational legal instruments that authorize and govern the CERV-2025-CHAR-LITI funding program, ensuring transparency and providing a framework for its operations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Open

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

Minimum 75.000 €, no maximum specified.

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

18,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

18.09.2025

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden), including Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs). Activities must occur within these eligible countries, though associated partners from third countries may participate without claiming costs.

Sectors

Sectors:

Education and Vocational Training, Service Sector, Information and Communication Technology, Social Enterprises, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Civil society organisations (CSOs), individuals, youth, women, migrants, refugees, and vulnerable groups.

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Implementation, Policy Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)

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