Guides and resources to understand public grants
Practical guides, reviewed by Civika, to help you find, understand and apply for public grants step by step.
7 guides about procedures and applying
Clear filter
How to read a subsidy call without getting lost
A call for applications can run to dozens of pages, but you don't always need to read it start to finish to know if it's for you. A first, orderly read lets you
Understanding the rules
How to check whether you meet a grant's requirements
A grant's title describes its purpose, but the real requirements are in the governing rules and the call itself. It helps to turn them into a list of verifiable
Eligibility
Common documents needed to apply for a grant
Each call has its own list, but many application files share a common structure. Preparing identification, representation, the project report and the budget in
Preparing your application
Deadlines, corrections and notifications in subsidies
Submitting the application doesn't finish the job. An unanswered notification or a late correction can leave the file excluded even if the project meets all req
After submitting
12 common mistakes when applying for a subsidy
Many applications fail not for lack of a good project but because of predictable administrative details. This final check helps you spot the most common mistake
Avoiding problems
How to justify a subsidy after it's been awarded
Being awarded a grant doesn't close the file. Most subsidies require you to prove, within a deadline, that the money was spent as approved. This guide explains
After the award
What to do if your grant application is rejected
A rejection doesn't always mean you did something wrong: it can be due to a lack of budget, a score below the cut-off, or a requirement that wasn't met. This gu
Decisions and appeals