European Endowment for Democracy (EED) rolling grant
Verified by the editorial team 11 September 2026
Summary
EED provides flexible support to organisations, informal platforms and individual activists who build and strengthen democratic civil society. Amounts and duration are set individually and applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
About the call
The European Endowment for Democracy works as a rapid-support mechanism that fills gaps where other donor instruments are unavailable. It can fund individual activists and unregistered groups, covering operating costs - salaries, office and communications. Organisations, movements, youth leaders and activists from European Neighbourhood Policy countries may apply. Official registration is not required. Applications are submitted through a secure portal together with a budget and at least three reference contacts.
Who can apply
- Organisations and movements that strengthen democratic civil society
- Youth leaders and activists from European Neighbourhood Policy countries
- Unregistered groups and individuals (official registration not required)
What the funds are for
- Operating costs: salaries, office, communications
- Filling gaps where other donor instruments are unavailable
- Initiatives developing democratic civil society
Documents required
Forms and templates are on the call page
How to apply
- 1Go to the secure portal via the 'Apply for Support' button
- 2Complete the application form and budget template
- 3Add at least three reference contacts
Donor contacts
Email: grants@democracyendowment.eu
Website: www.democracyendowment.eu