Civil Society Grants for Democratic Renewal

The Council of Europe is inviting civil society organisations to propose cross-border projects that build awareness of its democracy and civic-space standards or help civil society use those standards in advocacy, monitoring and dialogue.

• Applicants must be legally constituted civil society organisations in Council of Europe member states and have at least five years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrate relevant expertise or cooperation with the Council of Europe.
• Involve organisations from at least four member states and address geographic and gender balance.

The call offers up to three grants of up to €20,000 each. Each grantee must contribute the equivalent of at least 5% of the requested amount. The call allows qualifying in-kind contributions.

1. Download the call, application form and budget template from the Council of Europe.
2. Confirm partners, scope, and co-financing for a project running between February and October 2027.
3. Submit the signed form and supporting documents electronically as directed by December 2, 2026 at 23:59 CET.