EEA and Norway Grants

Empowering Civic Participation in Underserved Communities

Last update: Jul 9, 2026 Last update: Jul 9, 2026

Details

Location:Romania
Romania
Funding agency:
Grantmaking entity type:Grant-making Foundation / Charity
Status:Open
Budget: EUR 4,500,000
Award ceiling: EUR 350,000
Award floor: EUR 15,000
Sector:Community Development & NGOs, Social Development, Youth & Child Welfare
Languages:English, Romanian
Eligible applicants:NGOs / Nonprofit Organisations
Eligible applicant countries: Romania
Romania
Date posted: Jul 9, 2026

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Call #2 – Empowering civic participation in underserved communities is implemented under Outcome 1: Democratic values and rule of law strengthened, contributing directly to its achievement.  This call aims to achieve the following objectives: To empower y
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About the Funding Agency

Through the EEA (European Economic Area) and Norway Grants, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway help to reduce economic and social disparities and strengthen cooperation with 16 countries in Central and Southern Europe - Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia and Spain.

The EEA and Norway Grants are linked to the Agreement on the European Economic Area through which Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway are partners in the internal market with the 28 EU member states. The EEA countries share common values and responsibility with other European countries to promote equality of opportunity, tolerance, security, environmental sustainability and a decent standard of living for all.

 

About the Sectors

Community Development & NGOs

Focuses on initiatives that support community empowerment, civic engagement, and the work of non-governmental and civil society organizations at local, national, and international levels.


Key areas:
  • Community development and social inclusion initiatives
  • Civil society and NGO programmes
  • Civic engagement and citizen participation

Social Development

Includes measures for improving well-being, inclusion, and resilience of individuals and communities through social services and protection systems.


Key areas:
  • Social inclusion and social cohesion programs
  • Social protection systems and safety nets
  • Social care services
  • Community development and vulnerable groups support

Locations

Romania

Romania focuses on highway construction, rail rehabilitation, energy infrastructure, and water systems to improve regional connectivity and EU integration. EU structural funds represent a significant share of infrastructure financing. Investments aim to close infrastructure gaps and strengthen economic competitiveness. Governance reforms and administrative capacity remain key factors in project delivery.

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