Places of worship

Last updated: 15.7.2025
Grant

The Places of Worship funding program, part of the EU's Internal Security Fund (ISF), aimed to enhance the protection of religious sites across the European Union. This initiative provided EU action grants to improve security measures, foster cooperation between authorities and faith-based leaders, and strengthen overall resilience against potential threats in public spaces, particularly places of worship.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. The funding was specifically targeted at legal entities within EU Member States (excluding Denmark) forming consortia to enhance security at religious sites.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities that were eligible for funding under the program. It also clarifies what costs could be covered and the typical development stage of supported initiatives, focusing on practical security enhancements for places of worship.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial details of the Places of Worship funding, including the type of financial support provided, the maximum funding amounts available for projects, the funding rate, and the permissible duration for funded initiatives.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the essential rules and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries needed to adhere to for the Places of Worship funding program. It covers requirements for application submission, consortium formation, budget adherence, and other key provisions including ethical and security considerations.

Application Procedure

This section guides potential applicants through the application process for the Places of Worship funding program, from preparing and submitting proposals to understanding how evaluation and award decisions were made.

This section outlines the foundational legal framework that established and governed the Places of Worship funding program, identifying the key regulations and official documents that authorized its operation and shaped its implementation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

3.000.000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

9.600.000 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States (excluding Denmark)

Sectors

Sectors:

Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

General public using public spaces

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Implementation, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Policy Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

Directorate-General Migration and Home Affairs (DG HOME)

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