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The Journalism Partnerships Collaborations 2026 is now accepting applications. Therefore, interested parties are urged to apply and find out more about this opportunity by clicking this link.
Opportunity Details
This opportunity is designed to strengthen the resilience and sustainability of news media across Europe by encouraging collaborative business models, innovative production techniques and shared technological infrastructure. It is particularly relevant for media organisations seeking to adapt to the challenges of the digital age and to work together in new ways.
Total budget: €6.9 million.
Maximum grant per project: €2 million.
Co-financing rate: 80%, meaning applicants must contribute 20% of eligible costs.
Open to non-profit, public, and private media outlets, media associations, NGOs, journalism funds, and training organizations.
Natural persons are not eligible (except sole traders).
Consortia must include at least 3 partners from 3 different Creative Europe countries.
Prepare Your Proposal
Form a transnational consortium with at least 3 partners from 3 different Creative Europe countries.
Define your project goals, activities, and expected outcomes.
Ensure your proposal aligns with the call’s objectives: cross-border collaboration, innovation in journalism, and sector-wide impact.
Access the Submission Platform
All applications must be submitted online via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal (no paper submissions accepted).
Use Support Resources
Consult the Online Manual and Portal FAQ for technical guidance.
Reach out to your national Creative Europe Desk for help with partner search and proposal preparation.
Include Required Documents
Project description and objectives
Budget and financing plan
Consortium details and partner roles
Timeline and expected impact
Submit Before Deadline
Deadline: Wednesday, 4 February 2026
Late submissions will not be accepted.
Evaluation & Results
Proposals will be evaluated in spring 2026.
Results will be communicated in summer 2026.
Selected projects will start towards the end of 2026 and run for 24 months.
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