Call No.1 for Small Grants

Description

1) Objective

EEA Civil Society Fund seeks to create space for strengthening the role of civil society organizations, which play a crucial role in protecting the public interest, holding power to account, and promoting democratic values. It supports their advocacy and watchdog activities, engagement in public policy-making, and expert analysis of legislation, with an emphasis on strategic communication, data-driven work, and increasing the transparency of public administration.

The call also responds to emerging social challenges, particularly the consequences of Russian aggression against Ukraine and the integration of refugees into Slovak society. Supported projects will contribute to equal opportunities, social inclusion, and the building of solidarity between migrants and host communities, while also addressing disinformation and strengthening social cohesion.

At the same time, the call focuses on supporting independent journalism, fact-checking, and media literacy – helping to foster a resilient society capable of critically engaging with information and safeguarding democratic public discourse.

2) Eligibility

Eligible applicants are: A non-profit voluntary organisation with a non-commercial purpose, independent of local, regional and central government, public entities, political parties and commercial organisations. Religious institutions and political parties, social partners or profit-distributing cooperatives are not eligible applicants.

3) Location

Actions must take place in Slovakia.

4) Budget

The total allocation for the Call is €990,000. The maximum grant amount per project is €25,000.

5) Application

This call is ongoing, the next deadline is 31 March 2026.