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Civil society organisations in Kazakhstan can receive up to $15,000 for projects through a programme supporting civil society in Central Asia. The call is funded by the European Union and run by the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), with expert support from the Danish Institute for Human Rights (eucsfacilityca.project.unops.org). The total budget is $225,000, and projects must run for 3 to 12 months.
Who can apply from Kazakhstan
The call is open to legally registered organisations from all five Central Asian countries, including Kazakhstan. It helps civil society contribute to public policy development and dialogue with the authorities.
Preference will go to eligible civil society organisations in rural areas and the regions, as well as organisations led by women. Support for people with disabilities and gender equality will be considered during selection. Cooperation between countries is particularly welcome.
One important detail: each registered organisation can submit only one application. It can cover several areas if they complement one another and the connection is clear.
Grant amounts and eligible projects
The maximum grant per applicant is $15,000. Projects must last between 3 and 12 months. Funding is available for research and training, work with local communities or exchanges of experience between organisations.
Environmental projects can help local communities adapt to climate change or develop green businesses. Collecting environmental information and sharing local practices across countries are also eligible.
Eligible digital and civic initiatives
The digital strand covers digital rights protection and artificial intelligence regulation. Applicants can propose projects on digital literacy or civil society involvement in drafting digital legislation.
The governance transparency strand supports public oversight and accessible public services. Research into public policy decisions and projects on responsible business conduct are also eligible.
Other opportunities on these topics are listed in the catalogue: Internet Society Fellowship Program 2027 and Transparency & Governance Reporting Grant.
Eligible projects for women and young people
The women’s rights strand covers tackling gender-based violence and expanding economic opportunities. Projects can also support women’s leadership and professional networks.
Youth initiatives should help young people take part in civic life and decision-making. This can include research involving young people, mentoring or developing youth organisations.
Research and documentation of successful practices are welcome across all areas. The findings should help civil society organisations develop evidence-based recommendations to inform decisions.
How to apply through Grant+
Applications are submitted through UNOPS Grant+, an online grant management platform. Preparation involves the following steps:
- Open the call in Grant+ and read the application requirements.
- Choose your project’s focus. If it covers several areas, explain how they connect.
- Prepare a project description, financial proposal and table of expected results.
- Attach the declarations and the partner self-assessment on protection from sexual exploitation and abuse.
- Submit the complete application through Grant+.
Send questions about the requirements through the call’s Clarifications section on the platform.
Required documents
The required documents include a project proposal and declarations. Applicants must also prepare a financial proposal and a table of expected results.
A separate document is the partner PSEA self-assessment. PSEA stands for protection from sexual exploitation and abuse.
Information session and selection priorities
An online session on applying through Grant+ will take place on 11 November 2026 at 11:00 Astana time. The organisers recommend that interested organisations join and read the requirements carefully.
Joint projects involving organisations from different countries are particularly welcome. Cooperation can include sharing research findings or local solutions.
What to check before submitting
Check your organisation’s registration, project duration and requested amount. The requirements specify a duration of 3 to 12 months and a grant of up to $15,000.
If your project covers several topics, explain their connection in the application. Before submitting, check your documents against the call’s requirements, including the PSEA self-assessment.
The next step for interested organisations is the information session on 11 November. Questions about the call itself can be submitted through the Clarifications section on the Grant+ platform.
