Capacity Building in the field of Youth in Neighborhood East

Overview

Supports international cooperation projects to strengthen youth organizations in Eastern Partnership countries, focusing on non-formal learning, active citizenship, and entrepreneurial capacity-building. Targets organizations working with young people outside formal education systems.

Who Can Apply

Youth organizations based in EU Member States, countries associated with the Erasmus+ Programme, and eligible third countries in Region 2 (Eastern Partnership). Consortia must include partners from both EU/associated countries and Eastern Partnership countries.

Funding Details

Details on grant amounts, total budget, and funding rates are specified in the Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026. No co-funding requirements are explicitly stated.

What Is Funded

• Development of non-formal learning methods and tools, including media literacy.
• Initiatives to improve youth participation in democratic life and decision-making.
• Entrepreneurial and innovative capacity-building for young people.
• Transnational learning and cooperation between youth organizations.
• Digital inclusion and outreach to marginalized youth groups.
• Scaling existing practices and linking results to local communities.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

Projects must demonstrate a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) between 4 and 6.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2025-12-03
• Deadline: 2026-02-25T23:00:00Z
• Evaluation period: March – July 2026
• Applicant notification: August 2026
• Grant agreement signature: December 2026

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal. Proposals must include a technical description (Part B) limited to 70 pages. Standard application forms and budget tables are required.

Post-Award Obligations

Reporting and dissemination requirements are outlined in the Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026 and the Model Grant Agreement. Projects must ensure effective outreach to young people and stakeholders.

Geographic Scope & Language

Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Eastern Partnership countries (Region 2). Application language: English.

Notes

• Organizations cannot coordinate more than one proposal under this call.
• Priority is given to smaller organizations and those from remote or underserved areas.
• Queries must be submitted by 2026-02-19T23:00:00Z.