Call for Proposals: European Youth Foundation International One-Off Youth Co-Operation Activities

Deadline: 01-Oct-2026

The European Youth Foundation (EYF) is providing grants for international one-off youth cooperation activities in 2027 that promote democracy, human rights, intercultural dialogue, and youth participation. Eligible youth organizations and networks can request up to €25,000 for international meetings involving participants from at least seven Council of Europe member states.

About the European Youth Foundation Grants

The European Youth Foundation of the Council of Europe supports youth organizations working to strengthen democracy, human rights, international understanding, and solidarity among young people. This call supports one-off international youth cooperation activities taking place in 2027. Projects should bring together young people from different European countries and create opportunities for learning, participation, dialogue, and cooperation. Activities must be prepared and delivered by multicultural project teams and should use approaches such as: Other international youth meetings that meet the programme requirements. Projects should create meaningful opportunities for young people to engage with democratic participation, human rights, intercultural understanding, and social inclusion. Funding Amount Applicants can request a maximum grant of €25,000. The indicative total budget available under the call is €250,000. Each recipient must also contribute to the project through its own resources or contributions from third parties. Contributions may include: Financial resources. Staff or volunteer time. In-kind contributions. Other eligible resources. The grant is paid in two stages: 80% is paid after the grant agreement is signed. The remaining balance is paid after the final narrative and financial reports are accepted. Key Thematic Priorities Projects should contribute to one or more of the Council of Europe’s youth priorities. Living together in peaceful and inclusive societies. Youth work. Applicants should clearly explain how their activity contributes to the relevant priority or priorities. Youth Participation and International Cooperation A central requirement is the international and multicultural nature of the project. Projects must involve participants from at least seven Council of Europe member states, and at least 75% of participants must be under 30 years old. The international structure should encourage participants to exchange experiences, understand different perspectives, and develop cooperation across borders. Project Duration and Location

Activities must:

Take place in one or more of the 46 Council of Europe member states. Last for at least four programme days. Be implemented as international youth cooperation activities. Take place during the relevant 2027 implementation period. The project should have a clear educational, participatory, or cooperation purpose rather than being primarily recreational or commercial. Who Can Apply?

Eligible applicants include:

International non-governmental youth organizations. National non-governmental youth organizations. Youth networks registered with the European Youth Foundation. Applicants must meet the EYF’s registration and eligibility requirements. Projects must involve young people from at least seven Council of Europe member states. Who Is Not Eligible? The call does not support activities that fall outside the objectives and priorities of the European Youth Foundation. Activities unrelated to Council of Europe youth priorities. Applicants should ensure that their project has a clear connection to youth cooperation, democratic participation, human rights, intercultural learning, or other eligible priorities. Greater awareness of social inclusion and peaceful coexistence. Development of future educational, awareness-raising, cooperation, or advocacy activities. Key Facts at a Glance

Programme: European Youth Foundation One-Off Youth Cooperation Grants

Funding year: 2027

Maximum grant: €25,000

Indicative total budget: €250,000

Applicant type: National/international NGOs and youth networks registered with EYF

Minimum participating countries: 7 Council of Europe member states

Minimum participants under 30: 75%

Minimum activity duration: 4 programme days

Eligible location: One or more of the 46 Council of Europe member states

Payment: 80% upfront, balance after final reporting

Key themes: Democracy, human rights, youth participation, intercultural dialogue and inclusion

Frequently Asked Questions What is the European Youth Foundation? The European Youth Foundation is a Council of Europe funding mechanism that supports youth organizations and activities promoting human rights, democracy, peace, international understanding, and youth participation. How much funding can applicants request? Applicants can request up to €25,000 for an eligible one-off international youth cooperation activity. How many countries must participate? Projects must involve participants from at least seven Council of Europe member states. What percentage of participants must be under 30? At least 75% of participants must be under 30 years old. How long must the activity last? The activity must last for at least four programme days. What types of activities can receive funding? Eligible activities may include youth camps, seminars, conferences, training courses, study visits, and other international youth meetings that meet the EYF’s requirements. Can sports events receive funding? Sports events are specifically listed among activities that are not eligible under this call. Can school exchanges receive funding? No. School exchanges are among the activities excluded from this funding opportunity. How is the grant paid? The EYF pays 80% of the grant after the grant agreement is signed, while the remaining amount is paid after the final narrative and financial reports are accepted. Conclusion The European Youth Foundation One-Off Youth Cooperation Grants 2027 offer up to €25,000 for international youth activities that strengthen de