Call for proposals for civil society organisations active on protecting and promoting Union values: call to intermediaries (giving financial support to third parties)

Last updated: 21.7.2025
Grant

This call for proposals, CERV-2024-CITIZENS-VALUES, empowers civil society organisations (CSOs) to protect and promote fundamental rights and EU values. It acts as an intermediary fund, enabling selected CSOs to provide financial support and capacity building to a wide array of local, regional, and national civil society actors, with a special focus on smaller, remote, and rural-based organizations.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. The program targets civil society organizations (CSOs) within EU Member States, supporting their efforts to uphold Union values and democratic principles.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, focusing on areas related to civil society, democracy, and fundamental rights. The program emphasizes capacity building and direct financial support to grassroots organizations.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides details on the financial nature of the support, including the instrument used, the overall budget, funding rates, and payment modalities. It highlights the direct grant mechanism for intermediaries and the subsequent cascade funding for third-party CSOs.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines critical conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries, covering aspects from application integrity to the ethical conduct of supported activities. Adherence to these provisions is essential for successful participation and project implementation.

Application Procedure

This section guides potential applicants through the key stages of the application process, from submission timelines to the evaluation and selection of proposals. It provides crucial dates and outlines how decisions are made and communicated.

This section identifies the foundational legal documents and policies that underpin the CERV-2024-CITIZENS-VALUES call, ensuring its mandate and operational framework are clearly defined. These documents provide the legal authority and strategic direction for the program.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

74,500,000 EUR

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Cascade Funding

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Civil society organisations

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Capacity Building, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)

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