Call for proposals to support innovative projects that leverage the expertise of European enterprises to address societal challenges in developing countries.

About this grant

Call for proposals to support innovative projects that leverage the expertise of European enterprises to address societal challenges in developing countries. This initiative, established by Luxembourg’s Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, aims to advance the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by co-financing partnerships between the private sector and local entities. Grants of up to €300K are available for projects that improve local livelihoods through poverty reduction, climate change mitigation, or enhanced access to essential services like healthcare and education. To qualify as a lead partner, an enterprise must be registered in Luxembourg or the European Union for at least three years, maintain an annual turnover of at least €500K and employ a minimum of five staff members.

How to apply

1. 1Verify eligibility criteria, including applicant type (e.g., SMEs, consortia), geographic requirements, and funding rates (often 40-100% co-financing).
2. 2Form a consortium if required (e.g., minimum partners from multiple countries for collaborative projects).
3. 3Register as a user and your organization on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal to obtain a Participant Identification Code (PIC).
4. 4Download templates, prepare Part A (administrative data) and Part B (technical description, budget, impact), and run validation checks.
5. 5Submit online before the deadline; track via confirmation email and code, with evaluation taking 3-6 months.
6. 6Visit https://eufundingportal.eu for application details

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