VI Annual Story Contest: Civil Society, Business, and Government – Best Practices of Cooperation
Issued by Center for Democracy and Rule of Law · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls
- Published
- 22 Sept 2026
- Reference
- vi-annual-story-contest-civil-society-business-and-government-best
- Sector
- Humanitarian & Emergency Relief
Details
The Center for Democracy and Rule of Law announces the VI Annual Story Contest, highlighting successful collaborations between civil society, business, and government. This initiative aims to showcase best practices in tripartite cooperation. Applications are open until 31 October 2026. The VI Annual Story Contest seeks to illuminate the effective collaboration between civil society, business, and government. This contest is designed to document and visualize successful practices that have been realized through the joint efforts of these three sectors. The initiative covers nine thematic areas, including military aid, humanitarian assistance, social projects, reconstruction, educational initiatives, information campaigns, and cultural activities. While the contest does not provide direct financial support, selected stories will be featured in a published compilation, offering recognition and visibility for the successful initiatives.
Eligible applicants include:
To qualify, stories must involve participation from all three sectors, be based on projects implemented during 2025–2026, and have measurable outcomes with publicly available information. The contest supports stories in the following areas: This contest provides a platform for showcasing innovative and effective collaborations that address societal challenges through the combined efforts of civil society, business, and government. By highlighting these stories, the contest aims to inspire further cooperation and share successful models that can be replicated in other contexts. Eligible applicants are encouraged to review the official guidelines and submit their stories by the deadline. For more detailed information, visit the Center for Democracy and Rule of Law’s official website.
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