The “Sustainable Tourism” program, launched with the support of the Government, aims to finance projects that contribute to the development of local tourism, either by creating new tourist products, or through innovative services or promoting tourist destinations in the country.

The call is addressed to community associations, foundations, and local action groups, established and registered in the Republic of Moldova, with relevant activity in the field of tourism.

According to the program rules, the funding will be used for investments in tourist infrastructure, digitalization of services and improving visitor experience, as well as for promoting wine routes and emerging destinations through creative campaigns.

Applications can be submitted until August 19th at the address concurs@turism.gov.md.

The post Non-profit organizations can access grants for the development of local tourism appeared first on ipn.md.

The program supports projects carried out in partnership with organizations from the Visegrad Group countries – Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, and Hungary. If the applicant is from the Republic of Moldova or another Eastern Partnership country, the project must include at least two partners from the Visegrad Group countries and another partner from the Eastern Partnership or the Western Balkans.

The projects target areas such as culture and common identity, education and capacity building, innovation and entrepreneurship. They also refer to initiatives that address democratic values and mass media, public policies and institutional partnerships, regional development, environment and tourism, as well as social development. The maximum implementation duration of the project is 18 months.

The call is open until June 1, and the files are to be submitted online, through the My Visegrad platform, with the results to be announced on August 25.

The grants are a component of the International Visegrad Foundation’s programs, which were presented by the executive director of the foundation, Linda Kapustová Helbichová, during a working visit to Chisinau from May 20 to 22.

The post Open call for project funding through Visegrad+ Grants appeared first on ipn.md.

The value of the grants varies between 25 thousand and 250 thousand dollars, for projects with an implementation duration from one to five years. Applications can be submitted until April 15, 05:30 PM.

According to the US Embassy, the initiative marks 250 years since the independence of the US, and the call for grants is part of the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation – Freedom 250 program. The program emphasizes projects that include technical exchanges between American specialists and international partners.

The post American grants for cultural heritage conservation projects appeared first on ipn.md.

According to UNDP, the program provides for the awarding of five grants, each worth up to 15 thousand dollars. The funded projects will have a maximum implementation duration of nine months.

The projects proposed within the competition may aim at developing social services at the community level, including the provision of legal and psychological assistance, facilitating the access of vulnerable groups to the labor market or creating new community services. Also, they may include information activities and awareness campaigns intended to combat stigma and discrimination, as well as to promote the rights of vulnerable groups.

UNDP emphasizes that projects must also include a digital transformation component of the applicant organizations, such as improving online presence or using digital tools for informing beneficiaries and providing services.

Grants are awarded to non-governmental organizations registered on the right bank of the Dniester River, but proposals submitted by consortia that bring together organizations from both banks are also encouraged.

The competition is held within the framework of the joint UN program “Strengthening human rights on both banks of the Dniester”, funded by the Government of Sweden.

The post UNDP offers grants to NGOs for the support of human rights appeared first on ipn.md.

At the same time, within the NEB Awards, 13 winners will be designated, in four thematic categories: circularity, sustainability and innovation; local democracy and inclusion; art, culture and heritage; and tools that facilitate the transformation of the New European Bauhaus.

The European Commission specifies that the awards encourage regions, cities, and localities to adopt the NEB principles. Each category includes two sections: “Champions”, for projects that have already been implemented and “Rising Stars”, intended for young people up to 30 years old who propose ideas in development.

The financial awards amount to 20 thousand euros for the “Champions” category and 15 thousand euros for the “Rising Stars”. In addition to financial support, the winners will benefit from European-level promotion and mentoring. Applications are open between February 20 and March 17.

The call targets projects implemented in the European Union, Western Balkans, Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova.

The post Towns with up to 20 thousand inhabitants can obtain European grants for modernization appeared first on ipn.md.

The awards were given during an event organized by the Ministry of Education and Research. Minister Dan Perciun stated that dual education offers young people the chance to learn a demanded profession, to gain practical experience during their studies, and to have employment prospects after graduation.

The Professional School no. 5 in Chisinau, the Center of Excellence in Information Technology and Informatics in Chisinau, the Professional School in Bubuieci, the Center of Excellence in Transportation in Chisinau, the Professional School in Ceadar-Lunga, and the Center of Excellence in Construction in Chisinau have all received funding of 500 thousand lei. These were selected following a competition in which 22 out of the 45 institutions implementing the program participated.

The grants of 25 thousand euros were allocated for Professional School No. 3 in Chisinau, Professional School No. 6 in Chisinau, the Agroindustrial College in Rascani, the Center of Excellence in Light Industry in Chisinau, and the Professional School in Ciumai. The resources will be used for equipping laboratories, purchasing equipment, and training teaching staff.

According to the MEC, in the current academic year, nearly 2,200 young people have chosen dual education, 30% more than last year. Currently, 45 out of 81 vocational-technical institutions are preparing specialists through the dual system, in partnership with 230 companies.

The post The state has provided half a million lei to 11 schools for results in dual education appeared first on ipn.md.

Entrepreneurs can apply to several programs. Among these are supporting female entrepreneurship, supporting small producers, digital innovations and the development of SMEs in tourism. Also available is the program for increasing the competitiveness of local producers and the “Growing SMEs” tool, which supports digital transition, ecological transition and energy efficiency.

According to the ODA, interest in grants remains high. Last year, the institution approved 810 investment projects, with total funding of over 346 million lei and planned investments of over 652 million lei. 534 projects were funded from the state budget, 158 – through EU programs and 111 – with government support in partnership with the World Bank Group.

The post Small and medium-sized enterprises can access grants of 300 million lei appeared first on ipn.md.

The support aims at modernizing agricultural units, acquiring animals, equipping with modern technologies, and implementing energy efficiency solutions, including renewable energy, reports IPN.

The call provides support for strengthening biosecurity in pig and poultry farms, as well as for modernizing laying hen farms, in accordance with welfare and food safety standards. Niche horticultural crops are also targeted – from currants, blueberries and raspberries to lavender, rosemary or sea buckthorn – including nurseries for the production of these species.

Applications can be submitted during the period of March 2 – May 29. The maximum value of a grant can reach up to 1 million dollars, without exceeding 50% of the eligible investment. For niche horticultural crops, the ceiling is 70 thousand dollars per beneficiary, and for cooperatives – up to 300 thousand dollars.

To obtain funding, applicants must be registered and operate within the territory controlled by the authorities of the Republic of Moldova, with the exception of the municipalities of Chisinau and Balti. Also, they must legally own the assets targeted for investment, present a viable business plan, and ensure a personal contribution of at least 50% of the project’s value.

The post Farmers can obtain grants for the modernization of agricultural holdings appeared first on ipn.md.

The initiative is structured around five main directions. It targets projects that support civil society in the field of social cohesion and services for vulnerable groups. Also, it targets projects promoting gender equality and combating gender-based violence, as well as those that strengthen the capacity and sustainability of community organizations, including platforms and OSC networks.

Another important direction aims at improving inclusive governance through closer cooperation between civil society organizations and local public authorities in implementing reforms related to the EU accession process. At the same time, the call supports independent media, investigative journalism, and fact-checking activities, thus contributing to transparency and accurate public information.

The deadline for submitting concept notes is March 31, 12:00 AM  (Brussels time). To help applicants familiarize themselves with the online application procedure, an information session will be held on February 19, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM (Chisinau time).

The post EU Grants for NGOs and Independent Media in Support of the Accession Process appeared first on ipn.md.

The Call for Proposals is launched within the framework of the project “Strengthening the rights of minorities in the Republic of Moldova” (phase II), funded by the European Union. According to UN Moldova, the project aims to ensure a higher level of respect, protection, and realization of the rights of minorities in the Republic of Moldova.

Two sub-grants will be offered: the first for the training of journalists and media professionals in the field of minority human rights, which will include the training of at least 25 journalists and the implementation of a minimum of five content initiatives on this topic.

The second sub-grant will support the civic engagement of young people from ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities on both banks of the Dniester, including the training of 25 young people and the organization of at least 12 local information campaigns, including in the Gagauzia region.

The deadline for submission of proposals is February 26, 6:00 PM.

The post The UN offers grants for NGOs that promote minority rights in Moldova appeared first on ipn.md.