ProEuropeanValuesAT ReGranting 2026

Overview

The ProEuropeanValuesAT ReGranting 2026 is a funding opportunity provided for Austrian Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) aimed at enhancing activities that strengthen democracy, the rule of law, and European values in Austria. The total budget allocated for this program is €1,000,000, with a submission period that opens on December 2, 2025, and closes on January 31, 2026, at 12:00 Brussels time, allowing projects to be implemented within a timeframe of 6-9 months.

Eligible applicants include various types of Austrian CSOs, explicitly targeting small and grassroots organizations, rural and remote organizations, digital-focused organizations, those working with marginalized and migrant communities, and women's organizations. Applications can be submitted either individually or as consortia, although only one activity may be proposed per organization per call.

The funding operates through two distinct re-granting lines. The first line, "Re-Granting4Civic Strength," provides lump sum grants ranging from €15,000 to €50,000 for general civic initiatives. The second line, "Agile rights-based activism," allocates funds between €3,000 and €15,000, with €300,000 reserved specifically for this line, targeting agile and digital-led projects.

Projects can be new initiatives or scaled-up versions of existing activities but must be distinctly different from previous efforts and ready for immediate implementation. The thematic focus includes Democracy Action Learning, Digital activities that use technology for engagement, and initiatives for Marginalized groups designed to include socially or geographically excluded populations.

The application process is a single-stage submission through the ProEuropeanValuesAT ReGranting 2026 Database. Evaluations are initially conducted in a three-stage process by a confidential jury with expertise in civil society matters, focusing on both technical criteria such as purpose and innovation, as well as strategic alignment with EU values.

Co-funding is not explicitly required, and while success rates are not mentioned, the selection depends on scoring against predetermined evaluation criteria that include impact, relevance, and alignment with European Union values.

The overarching goal of the program is to empower Austrian CSOs, increase their engagement in promoting EU values, foster a network dedicated to civil society initiatives, and enhance organizational capacities in addressing democratic issues and protection of rights.

Detail

The ProEuropeanValuesAT ReGranting 2026 Database provides funding for Austrian Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to propose activities that strengthen democracy, the rule of law, and European values in Austria. The opening date for submissions is December 2, 2025, and the deadline is January 31, 2026, at 12:00 (Brussels time). The expected duration of participation is 6-9 months. The total funding available is 1,000,000.00 EUR. The project acronym is ProUnionValuesAT, and the full name of the EU funded project is ProUnionValuesAT Futurizing democracy, effective rights, strong civil society interactive, participatory, engaging, winning. The grant agreement number is 101187683. The topic is CERV-2024-CITIZENS-VALUES Call for proposals for civil society organisations active on protecting and promoting Union values: call to intermediaries (giving financial support to third parties).

Applicant CSOs can choose one of two re-granting options:

RE-GRANTING LINE 1: Re-Granting4Civic Strength: Provides financial lump sum support for third parties in the amounts of EURO 15,000 to Euro 50,000 per call.

RE-GRANTING LINE 2: Agile rights-based activism: Provides lump sum financial support for those third parties which propose agile activities including those strong in online space / social media in the amounts of EURO 3,000 to Euro 15,000 per call. There is a reserved financing of Euro 300,000 for Line 2.

Submitted proposals are evaluated in a three-stage, confidential jury process by independent individuals who have civil society engagement and relevant expertise.

ProEuropeanValuesAT will focus on funding in three key areas of activity in 2026:

1. Democracy Action Learning activities: Objective: Increase impact through activities where people tackle practical challenges together using structured reflection, develop and train insights and competencies, foster deep skill development and mutual accountability. Participants learn by solving their problems and learn from others in a less hierarchical way.

2. Digital activities: Objective: Increase effectiveness through activities that promise demonstrably greater reach and dissemination through the use of digital technologies and media, social media platforms, and online communities.

3. Marginalized groups activities: Objective: Increase relevance through activities for socially or geographically marginalized groups or groups that have been pushed to the margins.

Only one activity may be submitted per organization and Re-Granting Call. CSOs may submit a proposal as an individual organization or as a consortium of several organizations.

The expected outcomes of the second call are organizationally stronger CSOs with a clearer thematic focus on EU values, increased CSO activity in promoting EU values, the fostering of greater respect for European values and rights, and an EU values network among CSOs.

The grants are lump sum grants that are based on the submitted budget of the activity.

The requirements for activities are:

Activity promotes democracy, the rule of law, and EU values in Austria.
Activity is clearly distinguished from other projects.
No further steps or funding are required for effective implementation.
Activity is new or scales up an activity that has already been implemented.
Activity generates a free offer for the target group(s).
Activity is financially appropriate.
Activity is clearly and appropriately tailored to the target group(s).
Activity also uses digital means for implementation.
Activity promotes gender equality.

The selection of the funded activities is determined on the recommendation of an independent expert jury based on the following criteria and their respective weighting:

Technical criteria:

Purpose & Adequacy for target groups (30): goals and clarity of objectives, appropriate implementation, contextualization
Originality/Scalability (30): creativity of the proposed activity, quality and comprehensiveness, scalability for already implemented activities
Digital (10): use of digital means, measures of realization, quality of technical realization
Gender (10): team balance, gender needs and gender dimension
Financing (20): soundness of financial planning, appropriate budgeting

Strategic criteria:

Values (50): addressing European Union Values, Charta of Rights, defense of rule of law, including advocacy, watchdog and support activities for democratic functioning
Impact (50): positive local impact, strengthening of democratic life in community & society, measurability in qualitative and quantitative terms of impact, likelihood of the activity to be sustainable beyond the funding period

A submitted activity can reach a maximum number of 200 points, which is equivalent for a 100% recommendation for funding from the Jury.

The call addresses primarily the following target group CSOs:

1. Small & grassroots
2. Rural & remote
3. Digital @online & young
4. CSO working with marginal & migrant communities
5. Women CSOs

In summary, this opportunity is a call for proposals from Austrian Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to obtain funding for activities that promote democracy, the rule of law, and European values within Austria. The funding is provided through the ProEuropeanValuesAT ReGranting 2026 Database, with two distinct funding lines available: one for larger, more established projects (Re-Granting4Civic Strength) and another for smaller, more agile initiatives, particularly those leveraging digital media (Agile rights-based activism). The selection process involves a three-stage evaluation by an independent expert jury, focusing on both technical and strategic criteria. Key areas of activity include democracy action learning, digital activities, and activities targeting marginalized groups. The call specifically targets small, grassroots, rural, remote, digital, young, marginal, migrant, and women-led CSOs. The overall aim is to strengthen CSOs, increase their activity in promoting EU values, foster respect for European rights, and establish a network among CSOs dedicated to these values.

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Breakdown

Eligible Applicant Types: Austrian Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) are eligible applicants. The call addresses primarily the following target group CSOs: Small & grassroots, Rural & remote, Digital @online & young, CSOs working with marginal & migrant communities, and Women CSOs. CSOs may submit a proposal as an individual organization or as a consortium of several organizations.

Funding Type: Grant. Specifically, these are lump sum grants based on the submitted budget of the activity. The funding is provided via the ProEuropeanValuesAT ReGranting 2026 Database. The call for proposals is for civil society organisations active on protecting and promoting Union values and is a call to intermediaries (giving financial support to third parties).

Consortium Requirement: A single applicant or a consortium of multiple applicants is allowed. CSOs may submit a proposal as an individual organization or as a consortium of several organizations.

Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): The geographic eligibility is Austria. Austrian Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) can propose activities that strengthen democracy, the rule of law, and European values in Austria.

Target Sector: The program targets activities that strengthen democracy, the rule of law, and European values. Key areas of activity include: Democracy Action Learning, Digital activities, and activities for Marginalized groups. The thematic sectors include civic engagement, digital technologies, social inclusion, and promotion of EU values.

Mentioned Countries: Austria.

Project Stage: The project stage is not explicitly mentioned, but the activities should be new or scale up an activity that has already been implemented. The activities should also be clearly distinguished from other projects and require no further steps or funding for effective implementation. This suggests the project stage is at least at the development or validation stage, potentially moving towards demonstration or scale-up.

Funding Amount: There are two re-granting lines:
RE-GRANTING LINE 1: Re-Granting4Civic Strength: EURO 15,000 to EURO 50,000 per call.
RE-GRANTING LINE 2: Agile rights-based activism: EURO 3,000 to EURO 15,000 per call. A total of Euro 300,000 is reserved for Line 2.
The total funding available is €1,000,000.00.

Application Type: Open call. The call is open for submission.

Nature of Support: Money. The grants are lump sum grants.

Application Stages: The submitted proposals are evaluated in a three-stage, confidential jury process by independent individuals who have civil society engagement and relevant expertise. Therefore, there are 3 stages.

Success Rates: The success rates are not explicitly mentioned. However, the selection of the funded activities is determined on the recommendation of an independent expert jury based on specific criteria and their respective weighting. A submitted activity can reach a maximum number of 200 points, which is equivalent for a 100% recommendation for funding from the Jury. This implies that the success rate depends on the score achieved against the evaluation criteria.

Co-funding Requirement: Co-funding is not explicitly mentioned as a requirement. However, the activity should be financially appropriate, suggesting that the soundness of financial planning and appropriate budgeting are important considerations.

Summary:
The ProEuropeanValuesAT ReGranting 2026 Database offers funding opportunities for Austrian Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to implement activities that strengthen democracy, the rule of law, and European values in Austria. The program provides grants through two re-granting lines: one for "Re-Granting4Civic Strength" with funding between EURO 15,000 and EURO 50,000, and another for "Agile rights-based activism" with funding between EURO 3,000 and EURO 15,000. The total funding available is €1,000,000, with €300,000 specifically reserved for the "Agile rights-based activism" line. The call focuses on three key areas: Democracy Action Learning, Digital activities, and activities for Marginalized groups. Eligible CSOs include small & grassroots organizations, rural & remote organizations, digital/online & young organizations, CSOs working with marginal & migrant communities, and women CSOs. The application process involves a three-stage evaluation by an independent jury. The activities must promote democracy, the rule of law, and EU values in Austria, be clearly distinguished from other projects, require no further funding for implementation, be new or scale up existing activities, generate a free offer for the target group(s), be financially appropriate, be tailored to the target group(s), use digital means for implementation, and promote gender equality. The evaluation criteria include technical aspects like purpose & adequacy, originality/scalability, digital integration, gender considerations, and financing, as well as strategic aspects like addressing EU values and impact. The opening date for submissions is December 2, 2025, and the deadline is January 31, 2026. The expected duration of participation is 6-9 months. This opportunity aims to strengthen CSOs, increase their activity in promoting EU values, foster respect for European values and rights, and build an EU values network among CSOs in Austria.

Short Summary

Impact
The funding aims to strengthen democracy, rule of law, and European values in Austria through activities proposed by civil society organizations.
Applicant
Applicants should have experience in civil society engagement, project management, and a clear understanding of EU values and rights.
Developments
The activities funded will focus on Democracy Action Learning, Digital activities, and initiatives for Marginalized groups.
Applicant Type
This funding is designed for Austrian Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), including small & grassroots, rural & remote, digital/online & young, and those working with marginalized and migrant communities.
Consortium
Applicants may submit proposals as individual organizations or as consortia of multiple organizations.
Funding Amount
The total funding available is €1,000,000, with individual grants ranging from €3,000 to €50,000 depending on the activity line.
Countries
Austria is the only country explicitly relevant for this funding, as the program targets activities within its borders.
Industry
The funding targets sectors related to democracy, values, culture, and social impact.

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