Small-scale partnerships

The primary goal of the Small-scale Partnerships grant is to broaden participation in European education, youth, and sport initiatives by targeting grassroots organizations, less experienced entities, and individuals who are typically hard to reach. The program is structured to lower entry barriers by offering smaller grant amounts, shorter project durations, and simplified administrative processes compared to larger-scale partnerships. This approach is intended to attract newcomers and organizations with limited capacity, providing them with an accessible first step into European-level cooperation. The action also aims to foster the inclusion of groups with fewer opportunities, support active European citizenship, and bring a European perspective to local communities. By enabling flexible project formats that combine both transnational and national activities, the grant encourages organizations to develop innovative ways to engage diverse participants and address local needs within a broader European context.

Eligibility for the Small-scale Partnerships grant is open to organizations operating in the fields of school education, adult education, vocational education and training, youth, and sport. The program specifically encourages applications from grassroots organizations, less experienced entities, and those new to the program, aiming to reduce barriers for organizations with smaller operational capacities.

The impact of the grant is expected to be significant in terms of increasing access and participation among underrepresented groups and organizations. By supporting the creation and development of transnational networks and fostering synergies across various policy levels, the grant helps build stronger connections between local, regional, national, and international initiatives. This, in turn, contributes to a more inclusive and interconnected European educational and social landscape.