The European Union provides non-reimbursable financial support for implementing projects to create or strengthen platforms for cooperation between business associations and NGOs from both sides of the Nistru River. The grants are intended for nonprofit organizations, IPN reports.

According to a press release of UNDP Moldova, associations and organizations from both sides of the Nistru can apply for financing of up to €55,000. The projects must contain sustainable trans-river initiatives of cooperation in the business sector and in building confidence between business associations and NGOs from both sides of the Nistru. The project implementation period is April 2016 - August 2017.

The contest is launched by the Support to Confidence Building Measures Program, which contributes to increasing the level of confidence between the people from both sides of the Nistru River by developing businesses, creating employment opportunities, empowering communities and improving social infrastructure. The program is financed by the European Union and is implemented by UNDP Moldova.

The deadline for applications is March 24, 2016, 4pm.