International long-term youth co-operation projects 2027 (EYF)
Verified by the editorial team 19 September 2026
Summary
Up to EUR 60,000 for long-term projects of up to 18 months that strengthen democracy, human rights, peaceful and inclusive societies and quality youth work. Applications come from international youth organisations and networks; national NGOs take part within such a network.
About the call
The European Youth Foundation of the Council of Europe funds international long-term youth co-operation projects starting in 2027 and running for up to 18 months. Projects must develop international understanding and solidarity and contribute to human rights and democracy. A mandatory element is an international youth meeting of at least four days, held within the project or at its conclusion.
An important restriction: only international youth NGOs and international networks registered and accredited in the EYF system may apply independently. National youth organisations and sub-regional networks can participate as part of such an international structure. The applicant must be registered in a Council of Europe member state, and co-financing is expected in cash, in kind or as volunteer work.
Registration at support4youth.coe.int must be validated by the EYF secretariat before the deadline, so register well in advance.
Who can apply
- International youth NGOs and international networks accredited in the EYF system
- Organisations registered in a Council of Europe member state
- Ukrainian youth NGOs as part of an eligible international network or organisation
Who cannot apply
- National youth organisations applying on their own
- Sub-regional networks applying on their own
- Organisations without validated EYF registration at the deadline
What the funds are for
- Long-term projects of up to 18 months starting in 2027
- Strengthening democracy, human rights, peaceful and inclusive societies
- An international youth meeting of at least four days
- Quality youth work and international solidarity
Documents required
Forms and templates are on the call page
How to apply
- 1Register the organisation at support4youth.coe.int and await EYF secretariat validation
- 2Complete the narrative application form and the budget
- 3Submit by 1 October 2026, 23:59 CET
Timeline
Questions and answers
- Can a Ukrainian national youth organisation apply on its own?
- No. Only international youth NGOs and networks accredited in the EYF system may apply independently; Ukrainian youth NGOs take part within such a network.
- Is co-financing required for the EYF grant?
- Yes. Co-financing is expected from applicants in cash, in kind or as volunteer work.
