Visegrad Grants: Supporting Regional Cooperation and Community Development 2026

📖 About Visegrad Grants

The Visegrad Grants program is a strategic funding initiative designed to promote sustainable partnerships within the Visegrad Group (V4). By funding collaborative projects, the International Visegrad Fund helps organizations:

• Share knowledge
• Address common regional issues
• Build stronger civic ties across borders

🎁 Benefits of Visegrad Grants

• The majority of grants awarded within the Visegrad Grants scheme range between €25,000 and €35,000.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Organizations

The following types of organizations are eligible to apply:

• Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)
• Municipalities and local/regional government bodies
• Schools, universities, and higher education institutions
• Research, scientific, and public institutions
• Private companies and startups (only for non-profit project activities)

Ineligible Entities

The following entities are not eligible to apply:

• Institutions directly under state administration (e.g., Ministries)
• Natural persons (individual citizens)
• Private entrepreneurs without a registered legal entity

📝 Application Process

Follow these steps to apply for the Visegrad Grants:

1. Form a Consortium
   Identify and confirm partners in other V4 countries. Ensure you have the required number of participants (minimum 3 for regional projects, 2 for bilateral projects).

2. Define the Scope
   Ensure the project addresses one of the Fund’s priority areas, such as:

   • Culture
   • Education
   • Environment
   • Social Development

3. Check the Radius
   If applying for a bilateral grant, verify that the project location is within 40 km of the border.

4. Register on the Portal
   Create an account on the International Visegrad Fund’s official application portal.

5. Submit Proposal
   Complete the application, including:

   • A detailed budget
   • Project timeline
   • Letters of intent from all partners

📅 Application Deadline

• 01 February, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the program on the Visegrad Grants Official Page.
• Submit your application via the Visegrad Grants Application Portal.

This opportunity is an excellent chance to foster regional cooperation and community development within the Visegrad Group. Don't miss the deadline!

• The majority of grants awarded within the Visegrad Grants scheme are between €25,000 and €35,000.