East Europe Foundation
Community development, local self-government, recovery and support for IDPs through grant competitions.
About the fund
East Europe Foundation is an international charitable organisation working in Ukraine since 2008. Its mission is to help transform Ukraine into a modern, innovative and democratic state with accountable government and opportunities for citizens to realise their potential.
The Foundation develops civil society, supports digital transformation and e-governance, local self-government reform, education, employment for vulnerable groups, community recovery and EU integration - in partnership with international donors.
Over the years the Foundation has become one of the leading grant-makers for Ukrainian NGOs, distributing tens of millions of dollars for NGO development, local initiatives and business across the country.
Focus areas
- Civil society development and NGO capacity building
- Digital transformation and e-governance
- Democratic local self-government
- Education and modern learning spaces
- Employment for vulnerable groups
- Community recovery and mine action
- Preparing for EU accession
Interesting facts
Since 2008, invested more than USD 66 million in development programmes.
Distributed more than USD 17 million through over 1,000 grants to local NGOs and businesses.
The Foundation's digital products are used by about 20 million Ukrainians.
How to apply
Grants primarily go to Ukrainian NGOs, local initiatives and communities within the Foundation's current programmes; current competitions are on eef.org.ua.
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