CERV – Call for Proposals: Civil Society Organisations (Union Values)

Protecting and promoting EU fundamental values through civil society action.

This CERV call supports civil society organisations that work to protect and promote European Union values, fundamental rights and democracy. The call provides funding for CSOs active at local, regional, national and transnational level to raise awareness of EU values, build civic capacity and strengthen democratic dialogue. Organisations can apply for grants to implement projects that foster citizen engagement, combat hate speech, protect whistleblowers and promote the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights.

Opportunity details

Albania participation status: Eligible as a candidate country under CERV

Who is it for? Civil society organisations, NGOs, European networks, think-tanks active in protecting and promoting Union values

Typical funding type: Grants for projects and capacity building

Typical budget range: €75,000 – €2,500,000 per project (varies by specific call strand)

Deadline: Varies by call strand (e.g., 15 Sep 2026 for CERV-2026-CHAR-LITI; 03 Nov 2026 for CERV-2026-DAPHNE-REGRANTING)

Where to apply or learn more

EU Funding & Tenders Portal – Call 15281