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

April 9, 2026 (final submission deadline)

€1,500,000 total available for 2026; lump sum grants; typical duration/amount per project not specified

Supports National Roma Contact Points to advance Roma equality, inclusion, and participation under the CERV programme.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity, funded by the European Commission under the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV), aims to empower National Roma Contact Points (NRCPs) in participating countries. The focus is on strengthening the capacity of these entities to coordinate, monitor, and promote effective policies and actions for Roma equality, social inclusion, and participation. The grant encourages the implementation of best practices, stakeholder collaboration, and the development of strategies that address the challenges faced by Roma communities, ensuring their rights are protected and promoted. --- ## Due Dates - April 9, 2026: Final deadline for submitting applications (by 17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Total budget for 2026: €1,500,000 - Grants are provided as lump sums under the CERV Lump Sum Grant model. - The indicative number of grants and specific amounts per project are not detailed; refer to the [call document](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/cerv/wp-call/2026/call-fiche_cerv-2026-nrcp_en.pdf) for further information. --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants are National Roma Contact Points from countries participating in the CERV programme. - Additional eligibility details, including eligible countries and admissibility criteria, are described in the [call document](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/cerv/wp-call/2026/call-fiche_cerv-2026-nrcp_en.pdf). - Applicants must demonstrate financial and operational capacity and comply with exclusion criteria as outlined in the call guidelines. --- ## Application Process - Submission is through a single-stage process via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/CERV-2026-NRCP?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=10&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Proposals must follow the format and page limits specified in the application form (see [application form template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/cerv/temp-form/af/af_cerv_en.pdf)). - Required documents include the completed application form, detailed budget table, and any mandatory annexes. - Evaluation of proposals will occur between April and August 2026, with notifications to applicants expected in August/September 2026 and grant agreements signed by September/October 2026. --- ## Additional Information - The grant uses a lump sum funding model; see the [Lump Sum MGA](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/agr-contr/ls-mga_en.pdf) for legal and financial details. - For comprehensive rules and requirements, consult the [call document](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/cerv/wp-call/2026/call-fiche_cerv-2026-nrcp_en.pdf) and the [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual). --- ## External Links - [Call details and submission portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/CERV-2026-NRCP?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=10&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call document (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/cerv/wp-call/2026/call-fiche_cerv-2026-nrcp_en.pdf) - [Application form template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/cerv/temp-form/af/af_cerv_en.pdf) - [CERV Programme information](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/departments-and-executive-agencies/justice-and-consumers/justice-and-consumers-funding-tenders/funding-programmes/citizens-equality-rights-and-values-programme_en) - [FAQ and Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General/Programme info | [CERV Contact Point in your country](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/departments-and-executive-agencies/justice-and-consumers/justice-and-consumers-funding-tenders/funding-programmes/citizens-equality-rights-and-values-programme/cerv-national-contact-points_en) | | Email | [EC-CERV-CALLS@ec.europa.eu](mailto:EC-CERV-CALLS@ec.europa.eu) | | Technical support | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | European Commission | [Contact page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 |

Call for proposals to National Roma Contact Points - European Commission

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