SGA LIFE operating grants

Last updated: 15.7.2025
Grant

The LIFE Specific Operating Grant Agreements (SGA OG) aim to empower non-profit organizations deeply engaged in EU environmental and climate policies, including the clean energy transition. This funding supports the annual operational budget of eligible entities, fostering civil society's crucial role in shaping and implementing the Union's ambitious environmental and climate objectives.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for organizations seeking LIFE operating grants, specifying the types of applicants and their geographical focus within the European Union, along with the overarching objectives of this vital funding program.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of activities and thematic areas supported by LIFE operating grants, clarifying what expenses are eligible for funding and the fundamental nature of the support provided to eligible organizations.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial structure of the LIFE operating grants, including the type of financial instrument, the maximum funding available per year, the funding rate, and the typical duration of the financial support.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines essential conditions and requirements for applicants to the LIFE operating grants, covering application prerequisites, budgetary stipulations, and other key provisions that govern the funding.

Application Procedure

This section guides potential applicants through the process of applying for LIFE operating grants, from submission requirements to the evaluation and award channels.

This section identifies the foundational legal and policy documents that authorize and govern the LIFE Programme and its operating grants, establishing the framework within which this funding operates.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

700,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

Total Budget: 12,370,000 € (for 2021); Annual Budget: up to 700,000 € per financial year.

Deadline

Deadline:

28.09.2021

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Environmental and Climate Protection, Renewable Energy, Water and Waste Management, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Non-profit organisations primarily active in environment and/or climate action, including the clean energy transition; civil society organisations.

Application Type

Application Type:

Single Applicant

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)

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