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

February 26, 2026

€8,000,000 total for the call; individual project lump sum grants; project durations and budgets vary by proposal

Supports transnational youth networks and partnerships to promote inclusion, solidarity, and democratic participation across Europe under the Erasmus+ Programme.

Single-stage call; proposals must be submitted via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal by 17:00 Brussels time.

--- ## Description European Youth Together 2026 is a Key Action 3 (Support to Policy Development and Cooperation) initiative under the Erasmus+ Programme. It aims to foster policy cooperation at the EU level in support of youth-related policies. The action is designed to help youth organizations—both grassroots and large-scale—form transnational partnerships and networks that reach diverse groups of young people, including those with fewer opportunities. The program encourages projects that promote solidarity, inclusiveness, and democratic participation, aligning with the EU Youth Strategy 2019-2027 and the European Youth Goals. Supported activities may include youth exchanges, training for youth leaders, and the development of joint projects using both physical and digital means. The action emphasizes innovative cooperation, empowerment of youth organizations, and strengthening the European dimension of grassroots activities, while supporting the legacy of the European Year of Youth 2022 and the outcomes of the Conference on the Future of Europe. --- ## Due Dates - **Full application deadline:** February 26, 2026, 17:00 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - **Total call budget:** €8,000,000 (2026 call) - **Grant type:** Lump sum grants for approved projects - **Project budgets:** Vary by proposal; applicants must define their requested lump sum based on project design, scope, and partnership - **Duration:** Project durations are flexible, depending on the proposed activities and work plan --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** - Non-profit NGOs and public bodies active in the youth field - Consortia must include organizations from at least two eligible countries - **Eligible countries:** - EU Member States - Third countries associated with Erasmus+ (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, North Macedonia, Serbia, Türkiye) - **Target groups:** - Youth organizations and networks at grassroots and larger scales - Projects must involve and benefit young people, with a focus on inclusion of youth with fewer opportunities For full eligibility criteria, refer to the [Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide). --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** Proposals must be submitted online via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-YOUTH-2026-YOUTH-TOG?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - **Application documents:** - Administrative forms (completed in the portal) - Technical Description (Part B, max. 70 pages) - Detailed budget (uploaded as annex using the provided Excel template) - **Templates and guidance:** - [Application form template (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/temp-form/af/af_erasmus-bb-lsii_en.pdf) - [Detailed budget table (XLSM)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/temp-form/af/detailed-budget-table_erasmus-lsii_en.xlsm) - [Model Grant Agreement (Lump Sum)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/agr-contr/ls-mga_en.pdf) - [Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide) - **Evaluation:** Proposals are evaluated based on relevance, quality of design and implementation, partnership arrangements, and impact. - **Timeline:** - Evaluation: March–July 2026 - Notification to applicants: August 2026 - Grant agreement signature: December 2026 --- ## Additional Information - Proposals must clearly address at least one of the action’s specific objectives (e.g., fostering structured transnational cooperation, promoting EU values, encouraging youth participation, empowering youth organizations, or reinforcing the European dimension of grassroots activities). - Projects should demonstrate strong outreach to youth with fewer opportunities and include a learning dimension for participants. - All activities must align with the EU Youth Strategy 2019-2027 and the European Youth Goals. - Mobility activities for young people are encouraged, provided they are well justified and contribute to the objectives. - Recognition of learning outcomes (e.g., via Youthpass) is recommended. --- ## External Links - [Call details and online submission (EU Funding & Tenders Portal)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-YOUTH-2026-YOUTH-TOG?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call for Proposals 2026 – Official document (EUR-Lex)](https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/C/2025/6080/oj) - [Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide) - [Application form template (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/temp-form/af/af_erasmus-bb-lsii_en.pdf) - [Detailed budget table (XLSM)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/temp-form/af/detailed-budget-table_erasmus-lsii_en.xlsm) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Details | |------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Programme queries | EACEA-YOUTH@ec.europa.eu (deadline for queries: February 19, 2026, end of business) | | IT/Portal support | [IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | ---

European Youth Together 2026

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