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

June 16, 2025 (13:00 Brussels) | October 3, 2025 (13:00 Brussels)

Total pool: €2,905,000; typical project size not specified; multiple awards expected

Supports civil society organizations in Czechia, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia to build social bases and foster network collaboration in support of EU values.

--- ## Description This opportunity, funded by the European Commission under the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) Programme, aims to strengthen civil society organizations (CSOs) and their networks in Czechia, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia. The call is organized under two pillars: - **Social Base Building**: Helping CSOs develop and engage their base of supporters, volunteers, donors, and activists to become more resilient, sustainable, and embedded in their communities. - **Network Transversal Collaboration**: Enhancing collaboration between civil society networks and diverse stakeholders, improving engagement skills, and fostering a deeper understanding of operating contexts. Projects should result in organizations and networks that are more knowledgeable, connected, and effective in advancing EU values such as fundamental rights, democracy, and the rule of law. --- ## Due Dates - **First cut-off:** June 16, 2025 (13:00 Brussels time) - **Second cut-off:** October 3, 2025 (13:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - **Total available funding:** €2,905,000 - **Award size:** The number and size of individual grants are not specified; cascade funding is expected, with multiple projects supported. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be civil society organizations or networks based in: - Czechia - Hungary - Poland - Slovakia - Organizations must comply with, protect, promote, or raise awareness of EU values and principles (fundamental rights, democracy, rule of law). - Applications must be submitted in Czech, Slovak, Hungarian, or Polish. - Both individual CSOs and networks are eligible, depending on the pillar. --- ## Application Process 1. **Stage 1: Concept Note** - Submit a brief concept note (in local language) to demonstrate eligibility and outline the project idea. - Evaluation based on eligibility and alignment with EU values. 2. **Stage 2: Full Application** - Selected applicants from Stage 1 are invited to submit a detailed project proposal, including objectives, activities, timeline, indicators, and budget. - Final evaluation and selection for funding. - Evaluation is conducted by a Selection Committee and approved by the Board of Trustees of the Stronger Roots consortium member in each country. For country-specific calls and application instructions, refer to the local partner websites (see External Links). --- ## Additional Information - The call is open to a wide range of CSOs, including those new to EU funding. - Projects are expected to build capacity, strengthen networks, and deepen community engagement. - The call is administered in local languages; ensure compliance with all eligibility requirements. --- ## External Links - [Full Call Details & Application Portal (EU Funding & Tenders)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/10601?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=13&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Open Society Fund Prague (Czechia)](https://osf.cz/stronger-roots-vyzva-2025/) - [NIOK Foundation (Hungary)](https://www.niok.hu/strongerroots2025) - [Stefan Batory Foundation (Poland)](https://www.batory.org.pl/dotacje/program-stronger-roots/) - [Open Society Foundation Bratislava (Slovakia)](https://osf.sk/co-robime/stroger-roots-for-civil-society-2023/grantove-vyzvy-2025-2027/) --- ## Contact Information | Country | Local Partner & Link | |-----------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Czechia | [Open Society Fund Prague](https://osf.cz/stronger-roots-vyzva-2025/) | | Hungary | [NIOK Foundation](https://www.niok.hu/strongerroots2025) | | Poland | [Stefan Batory Foundation](https://www.batory.org.pl/dotacje/program-stronger-roots/) | | Slovakia | [Open Society Foundation Bratislava](https://osf.sk/co-robime/stroger-roots-for-civil-society-2023/grantove-vyzvy-2025-2027/) | For general inquiries: - [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) - Phone: +32 2 299 11 11 ---

Call for proposals in the Stronger Roots Program - Pillar 1: Social Base Building / Pillar 2: Network Transversal Collaboration

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