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Apply for ReLOaD3 Civil Society Project Grants in North Macedonia

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Published
3 Nov 2026
Closes
24 Nov 2026
Reference
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Location
North Macedonia
Sector
Governance & Public Institutions

At a glance

A buyer in North Macedonia has published a funding call in governance & public institutions: “Apply for ReLOaD3 Civil Society Project Grants in North Macedonia”. Submissions close on 24 November 2026, 21 days from today. Quote reference second-public-call-for-civil-society-organizations-in-shtip-under-reload3 in any correspondence with the buyer. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.

Details

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with the European Union through the Instrument for Pre-accession Assistance – Civil Society Facility, invites Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the Municipality of Shtip to submit project proposals within the Regional Programme on Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 3 (ReLOaD3). This initiative supports local democracy and aims to strengthen partnerships between local authorities and civil society. The submission deadline for proposals is 24 November 2026. ReLOaD3 continues the successful EU-UNDP collaboration to enhance local democracy through improved collaboration between local authorities and civil society organizations. The program aims to foster a supportive environment for CSOs by promoting transparent public funding, a conducive legal framework, and enhanced civic engagement in public policy processes. The ReLOaD3 program provides CSOs with opportunities for financial support to implement projects aligning with the development goals of the Municipality of Shtip. Funding specifics, such as the amount available per project, are not specified in the source material and are subject to the program’s guidelines. Eligibility is restricted to CSOs operating within the specified municipality, aligning project proposals with local development objectives. While specific priority areas are not detailed in the source, applicants should align their proposals with the development goals of the Municipality of Shtip, fostering local democracy and civic engagement. This funding opportunity is significant for CSOs in Shtip as it supports initiatives that enhance local governance and civic participation. By facilitating collaboration between civil society and local authorities, ReLOaD3 aims to strengthen democratic processes and community development. For complete application instructions and documents, refer to the official guidance. Interested CSOs should review the official guidelines to ensure their proposals meet all requirements and are submitted by the deadline. Engaging with this opportunity can significantly impact local democratic processes and community development in Shtip.

Before you bid on this tender

A quick checklist to help you decide whether to bid and prepare a compliant submission for this governance & public institutions opportunity. Always verify the details on the official source.

  • Confirm the exact closing date and time (and time zone) on the official portal — deadlines are strict and can be revised by a corrigendum.
  • Read the full notice and every attached document, including the scope, specifications and any bill of quantities or terms of reference.
  • Check the eligibility criteria — prior similar experience, annual turnover, certifications and registrations — and make sure you qualify before investing effort.
  • Prepare any earnest-money deposit (EMD) or bid security and the required formats early; missing or wrongly-formatted documents are a common cause of rejection.
  • Note how bids must be submitted (online or physical), in what format, and whether a digital signature or portal registration is required.
  • Watch for corrigenda and clarifications right up to the deadline — requirements and dates can change.
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