8 communities from Eastern Partnership countries, members of the M4EG network, will benefit from assistance to implement the Mission-oriented Portfolios for Local Transformations

Eight local communities from the Republic of Moldova, Armenia, and Ukraine, members of the M4EG Network, will benefit from technical assistance and funding of up to USD 60,000 each.

The selected communities will undergo a structured process to develop mission-oriented local economic development portfolios and will apply tailored learning tools to strengthen local governance, enhance citizen participation in decision-making, and foster an enabling environment for economic growth.

The call for expressions of interest for communities in the Republic of Moldova prioritizes economic resilience and aims to improve essential public services, stimulate sustainable economic growth, and develop infrastructure and institutional capacities adapted to an evolving context.

Selected communities will receive financial support of up to USD 60,000 per community, with a required co-financing contribution of at least 10% of the total proposal value. The assistance will be provided in phases: up to USD 20,000 during the inception phase and up to USD 40,000 during the growth phase.

The deadline for submission of applications is 17 April 2026, 17:00 (local time).

Launched and funded by the European Union in 2017, the “Mayors for Economic Growth” (M4EG) Initiative has been implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) since 2021, in close cooperation with the EU, local public authorities, and a wide range of partners.