Climate Action Engagement Fund 2026

The Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe is now accepting applications for its Climate Action Engagement Fund 2026. This fund is designed to empower grassroots and civil society organisations to drive meaningful climate action.

📝 About CAN Europe Climate Action Engagement Fund

The CAN Europe Climate Action Engagement Fund aims to provide accessible financial support to grassroots and civil society organisations. The fund focuses on strengthening the participation of groups often excluded from traditional climate financing, fostering equity, inclusion, and social justice in climate initiatives across Europe and neighbouring regions.

🎁 Benefits of the Fund

The fund offers financial support for various project sizes and activities:

• Small Projects: €1,000 – €10,000
• Large Projects: €10,000 – €100,000
• Eligible Regions: European Union, Western Balkans, Türkiye
• Eligible Activities:
  • Public awareness campaigns
  • Community outreach
  • Advocacy
  • Mobilisation of vulnerable groups
  • Creative engagement strategies

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligible applicants include:

• Civil society organisations active in climate and social justice work
• Grassroots community groups, including under-resourced or marginalised organisations
• Organisations advocating for just transition, social inclusion, and equity in climate action

📅 Application Date and Process

Steps to Apply:

1. Develop a Project Proposal:
   Outline objectives, target communities, activities, expected outcomes, and alignment with fund priorities.
2. Select Funding Tier:
   Choose between small or large grants depending on project scale and needs.
3. Budget Planning:
   Include a clear, feasible budget with justification for requested funding.
4. Submit Application:
   Follow CAN Europe’s official submission process for evaluation and review.
5. Project Implementation:
   Execute activities while maintaining communication with CAN Europe and reporting on outcomes.

⏰ Application Deadline

26 January, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

For more details, visit the official CAN Europe Climate Action Engagement Fund page.

To apply, register via this link.

• Small Projects: €1,000 – €10,000
• Large Projects: €10,000 – €100,000
• Eligible Regions: European Union, Western Balkans, Türkiye
• Eligible Activities: Public awareness campaigns, community outreach, advocacy, mobilisation of vulnerable groups, creative engagement strategies