Not-for-profit European sport events

Overview

Funding for not-for-profit European sport events that promote volunteering, social inclusion, gender equality, healthy lifestyles, and traditional sports. Targets organizations planning events with a clear European dimension.

Who Can Apply

Public or private organizations active in the sport sector, including non-profits, NGOs, public authorities, and international organizations. Consortia are eligible if led by an eligible entity.

Funding Details

Total budget: EUR 4.5 million. Maximum grant per project: EUR 300,000. Funding rate: up to 80% of eligible costs. Co-funding required: minimum 20% of total eligible costs.

What Is Funded

Events focusing on:

• Volunteering in sport
• Social inclusion through sport
• Combating discrimination (including gender equality)
• Healthy lifestyles (e.g., HealthyLifestyle4All, EU Physical Activity Guidelines, European Week of Sport)
• Promotion of sport and physical activity
• Traditional sport and games

Key Dates

• Open date: 2025-12-17
• Deadline: 2026-03-04T23:00:00Z
• Evaluation period: March–August 2026
• Notification to applicants: August 2026
• Grant agreement signature: November–December 2026

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal. Proposals must include Part A (administrative forms) and Part B (detailed project description). Standard application forms and templates are provided.

Post-Award Obligations

Reporting requirements include financial and technical progress reports. Dissemination of project results and visibility of EU funding are mandatory.

Geographic Scope & Language

Eligible countries: EU Member States and associated third countries (see call document for full list). Application language: English.