EU-LAC Social Accelerator – Third Party Financial Support Call 2026

Deadline:

Prize:

8 April 2026, 16:00

€100,000 to € 250,000

The EU-LAC Social Accelerator Third Party Financial Support Call is part of the broader EU-LAC Social Accelerator Programme, financed by the European Union under the Global Gateway Investment Agenda. The call aims to strengthen social innovation and support projects with direct impact on reducing inequalities and fostering social cohesion across Latin America, the Caribbean, and European Union member states.

Beyond financial support, the EU-LAC Social Accelerator also seeks to strengthen the long-term capacity of participating organisations and partnerships. Selected projects are expected to contribute to a broader ecosystem of cooperation between Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean by sharing knowledge, good practices, and innovative approaches to social challenges. The programme places strong emphasis on projects that demonstrate potential for replication, scalability, and policy relevance, ensuring that funded initiatives contribute not only to local impact but also to wider regional learning and sustainable development outcomes.

The programme prioritises initiatives that:

Advance social inclusion and gender equality
Empower youth and vulnerable populations
Promote fair, green, digital, and inclusive transitions
Demonstrate measurable impact in communities
Integrate intersectional and evidence-based approaches

Funding is directed toward scalable, implementation-ready projects that can contribute to shared EU-LAC development objectives.

Who Can Apply & Eligible Activities

Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be part of a consortium/partnership involving at least one organisation legally established in Latin America or the Caribbean and partners from those regions or the European Union.

The consortium must include organisations such as:

Civil society organisations
Sectoral associations
Cooperatives and social enterprises
Innovation centres
Local governments or authorities
Universities and research institutions
Local public entities

Applications must be submitted as joint proposals with cross-regional collaboration.

Eligible Activities
Projects must align with the EU-LAC Global Gateway Investment Agenda (social dimension) and support social innovation through the following:

Reducing inequalities and fostering social cohesion
Gender equality and women’s empowerment approaches
Youth empowerment and skills development
Innovative models for social inclusion
Human rights and responsible social policy implementation

Projects should be beyond concept stage and preferably in an acceleration or early implementation phase.

Funding and Terms

Total Budget: EUR 1.8 million
Per Project Funding: EUR 100,000–250,000
Duration: Projects are expected to run for 18–24 months
Reporting Requirements: Grantees will need to comply with monitoring and reporting guidelines specified in the official documentation to demonstrate progress and results.Official application and programme details are available from the initiative’s platform:

Application portal: https://eulacsocialaccelerator.cainco.org.bo/publico/registro_postulante

Key Steps for Applicants

To apply successfully, interested organisations should:

Form a cross-regional consortium with at least one entity from Latin America or the Caribbean.
Review programme guidelines and eligibility criteria available on the official platform.
Prepare a proposal demonstrating impact, partnership value, and alignment with the Global Gateway agenda.
Submit the joint proposal online before 08 April 2026, 16:00 local time.
Provide required documentation including legal status of partners and project description.Eligible Countries (Latin America & Caribbean Focus)

Eligible Countries

Eligible participants are drawn from organisations legally established in or working with communities in:

Argentina
Bolivia
Brazil
Chile
Colombia
Costa Rica
Cuba
Ecuador
Guatemala
Haiti
Mexico
Nicaragua
Panama
Paraguay
Peru
Puerto Rico
Dominican Republic
Suriname
Trinidad and Tobago
Uruguay
Venezuela
Honduras
El Salvador
Antigua and Barbuda
Bahamas
Barbados
Dominica
Grenada
Jamaica,
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

(Note: Projects must involve cross-regional collaboration; at least one partner must be from Latin America or the Caribbean, and partners can also come from EU member states.)

Additional Notes for Applicants

Partnerships matter: Proposals must demonstrate strong collaboration between organisations from multiple regions to qualify.
Plan for impact reporting: Document how your project will measure and communicate results throughout its lifecycle.
Start early: Preparing compliant joint applications takes time—start coordination well before the deadline.
Align with policy priorities: Projects aligned with sustainable, inclusive, gender-responsive goals are prioritised.
Seek technical support: If available, engage academic or innovation partners to strengthen your proposal.

Learn More

Application portal: https://eulacsocialaccelerator.cainco.org.bo/publico/registro_postulante

General information about the call for application:

https://eulacsocialaccelerator.cainco.org.bo/publico/convocatoria?codigo_referencia=1/2026

Antigua Digest Note

The EU-LAC Social Accelerator Third Party Financial Support Call 2026 offers a major strategic funding opportunity for cross-regional partnerships driving social innovation and inclusive development in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe. With generous funding bands and a focus on demonstrable social impact, this programme is especially suited to non-profit consortia, innovation hubs, and organisations committed to equity, gender inclusion, youth empowerment, and social cohesion. Prospective applicants are advised to review eligibility criteria carefully, build strong transnational collaborations, and align proposals with the Global Gateway Investment Agenda for maximum competitiveness.

Need Help Applying?

Antigua Digest offers support services for individuals, entrepreneurs, non- profit organizations and MSMEs seeking grant funding.

We can assist you with:

Project concept development and alignment with grant criteria
Proposal writing (narrative, budget, logical framework)
Review of eligibility and compliance with terms
Submission monitoring and follow-up

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