Grant Call for the Creation of Afterschool Programs for Children and Youth from Marginalized Communities

The Terre des hommes Moldova Foundation, in partnership with Junior Achievement Moldova and the Alliance of NGOs Active in the Field of Social Protection of Child and Family (APSCF), announces the launch of a grants call for community organizations that wish to create or develop afterschool, extracurricular and/or social services for children and youth from marginalized communities.

This call is part of the “BOOST – A Memorable Afterschool Experience” project, funded by the European Union, which aims to contribute to the social inclusion of children through quality, locally developed educational activities.

OVERALL OBJECTIVE

The main goal of the BOOST grant scheme is to improve access to quality educational and social activities for children and youth in marginalized communities by directly supporting local organizations. The primary focus is on children aged 7 to 14.

In addition to financial support, grant recipients will benefit from training sessions, coaching, and tailored mentoring, aimed at strengthening the sustainability and quality of the developed services.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Eligible applicants are organizations legally registered in the Republic of Moldova that operate in areas such as education, social services, child rights, or community development. Applications may be submitted individually or in consortium.

Eligible entities include:

• civil society organizations active at the local level working with children, youth, and families;
• social enterprises delivering proven educational or social impact;
• other civil society organizations meeting the eligibility criteria described in the manual.

Local partnerships are encouraged.

WHAT TYPE OF SUPPORT DOES THE GRANT SCHEME OFFER?

The total available budget is €500,000, from which a minimum of 10 projects will be funded. Individual grant amounts range from €20,000 to €60,000, depending on the scale of intervention and the applicant organization’s capacity.

Project duration can range from 12 to 24 months, with final completion by no later than October 30, 2027.

Co-funding is not mandatory but own contributions (financial or in-kind) will be considered an advantage during selection and demonstrate the organization’s commitment to sustainability.

WHAT TYPES OF PROJECTS CAN BE FUNDED?

Eligible projects include afterschool, extracurricular, or social activities for children and youth. These may include:

• afterschool and extracurricular programs including arts, sports, sciences, civic education, and digital skills;
• workshops on personal development, psychological counseling, and emotional support;
• educational camps and socializing activities for vulnerable children;
• parenting education initiatives and family engagement in community life;
• professional training for teachers and local specialists delivering services;
• community actions promoting inclusion, social cohesion, and collaboration among local stakeholders.

Details on eligible activities, expenses, target groups, and selection criteria are available in the Grant Scheme’s Operational Manual.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTATION

A complete application must include: the application form, detailed budget, logical framework matrix, administrative documents of the organization, CVs, declarations, and, if applicable, a partnership agreement.

All documents must be submitted in Romanian, electronically only, to: mda.office@tdh.org with the subject: “Propunere proiect BOOST_organization name”.

Application deadline: September 14, 2025, 23:59.

IMPORTANT NOTE ON DOCUMENTATION

The Operational Manual for the BOOST grant scheme replaces the Applicant’s Guide. It contains all necessary information for applying, eligibility criteria, budget instructions, and rules for selection and implementation.

It is essential that interested organizations read the manual carefully before writing their applications. The document can be downloaded in full HERE.

CALL TIMELINE

• Official launch: August 1, 2025
• Online information sessions: August 15, 2025
• Deadline for questions/clarifications: September 5, 2025
• Application deadline: September 14, 2025
• Evaluation: September 2025
• Contract signing: October 2025

SUPPORT FOR APPLICANTS

To support interested organizations, Tdh Moldova will hold an online info session to explain the call, eligibility conditions, and steps for preparing and submitting applications. Participants will be able to ask questions and receive real-time answers.

Pre-registration is required via a dedicated form (link in original). Information about the date and time of the session will be sent to the email address provided upon registration.

In addition to the session, individual assistance is available upon request, within the limits of the team’s capacity. Specific questions or consultancy requests can be sent to: inna.stoian@tdh.org. Please note that Tdh Moldova provides general support and clarification but does not help write applications or provide preliminary evaluations.

For transparency and additional support, an FAQ document has been added to the online space where application documents are shared. It will be updated periodically.

All necessary documents can be downloaded HERE.