[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

January 30, 2026

€10,000–€15,000 per project | Project duration: 6–12 months | Total call budget: €585,366

Supports Polish civil society organizations to promote EU rights, values, and democracy through advocacy, awareness, and support initiatives.

Projects must be implemented in Poland and in Polish; only civil society organizations registered in Poland are eligible.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity supports civil society organizations (CSOs) registered and based in Poland to implement projects that promote awareness of EU rights and values, strengthen democratic principles, foster dialogue, and support the implementation of EU laws and policies. Activities may include public awareness campaigns, organizing citizens' dialogues, coalition building, advocacy, providing free legal advice, and targeted support services (e.g., victim or psychological support). Projects must be conducted in Polish and can operate at local, regional, or national levels. The initiative aims to enhance the protection and promotion of Union values, encourage citizen participation, and increase cooperation among civil society organizations. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: January 30, 2026 (23:59 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Grant size per project: Minimum €10,000, maximum €15,000 - Project duration: 6–12 months - Total budget available for this call: €585,366 --- ## Eligibility - Only civil society organizations (CSOs) registered and based in Poland are eligible. - Applicants must not be excluded from funding (including criteria in Article 207(4) of the Act of 27 August 2009 on Public Finance). - Applicants must respect EU values as set out in Article 2 of the Treaty on European Union and the Charter of Fundamental Rights. - Applicants (leader and partners) must not have personal or capital ties with the program operator. - Partnerships with other Polish NGOs are allowed if all partners meet eligibility criteria. - Projects must be implemented in Poland and in the Polish language. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [SPLOT Wartości application platform](https://granty.siecsplot.pl/splot-wartosci-2-0-granty-duze/wniosek-o-powierzenie-grantu). - Review the official [call documents and guidelines](https://siecsplot.pl/splot-wartosci/#dokumenty) before applying. - The application period runs from November 25, 2025, to January 30, 2026. - Information sessions (webinars) and helpdesk support are available during the application window. - Projects should start between July 1, 2026, and October 31, 2026. --- ## Additional Information - Eligible activities include: awareness campaigns, citizens’ dialogues, coalition building, advocacy, research and analysis, free legal advice, and targeted support services. - Projects must address the priorities of the CERV programme: promoting EU rights and values, rule of law, democracy, and civil society space. - Large grants are reimbursed based on actual expenditures (not lump sum). - The program also offers small grants (€2,500–€7,500) in separate calls. --- ## External Links - [Official Call Information (EU Funding & Tenders Portal)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/12441?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [SPLOT Wartości Program Page](https://siecsplot.pl/splot-wartosci/) - [Application Platform for Large Grants](https://granty.siecsplot.pl/splot-wartosci-2-0-granty-duze/wniosek-o-powierzenie-grantu) - [Call Guidelines and Documents](https://siecsplot.pl/splot-wartosci/#dokumenty) - [Helpdesk and Local Partner Contacts](https://siecsplot.pl/splot-wartosci/#helpdeski) --- ## Contact Information | Partner Organization | Region(s) Covered | Email | Website | |----------------------|------------------|-------|---------| | BORIS | Mazowieckie | [helpdesk@boris.org.pl](mailto:helpdesk@boris.org.pl) | [www.boris.org.pl](http://www.boris.org.pl/) | | CIO | Pomorskie, Zachodniopomorskie | [helpdesk@cio.slupsk.pl](mailto:helpdesk@cio.slupsk.pl) | [www.cio.slupsk.pl](http://www.cio.slupsk.pl/) | | OWOP | Podlaskie, Lubelskie | [helpdesk@owop.org.pl](mailto:helpdesk@owop.org.pl) | [www.owop.org.pl](http://www.owop.org.pl/) | | PISOP | Lubuskie, Wielkopolskie | [helpdesk@pisop.org.pl](mailto:helpdesk@pisop.org.pl) | [www.pisop.org.pl](http://www.pisop.org.pl/) | | OPUS | Łódzkie, Śląskie | [helpdesk@opus.org.pl](mailto:helpdesk@opus.org.pl) | [www.opus.org.pl](http://www.opus.org.pl/) | | BIS | Małopolskie, Podkarpackie, Świętokrzyskie | [helpdesk@bis-krakow.pl](mailto:helpdesk@bis-krakow.pl) | [www.bis-krakow.pl](http://www.bis-krakow.pl/) | | RCWIP | Dolnośląskie, Opolskie | [helpdesk@rcwip.pl](mailto:helpdesk@rcwip.pl) | [www.rcwip.pl](http://www.rcwip.pl/) | | ESWIP | Kujawsko-Pomorskie, Warmińsko-Mazurskie | [helpdesk@eswip.pl](mailto:helpdesk@eswip.pl) | [www.eswip.pl](http://www.eswip.pl/) | | Sieć SPLOT | All Poland | — | [www.siecsplot.pl](https://www.siecsplot.pl/) | For general queries, you may also contact the [European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) or call +32 2 299 11 11. ---

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