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Generation Climate Europe (GCE) are currently accepting applications for the Young Climate Changemakers Fund for Youth Organizations 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
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Opportunity Details
The Youth Climate Changemakers Fund is a major new initiative designed to transform the climate justice movement into a more inclusive, accessible and representative space for young people. Built in partnership with Climate Action Network, WECF, Christian Blind Mission Ireland and ECOLISE, the fund supports youth groups, grassroots initiatives, disability-inclusive climate action and ecofeminist movements. This first call aims to build a strong community of youth climate leaders who will contribute to the broader Funding Fairer Futures initiative.
€1,000–€38,000 in total funding
6–18 months for small-budget projects
Up to 30 months for large-scale initiatives
In addition to financial support, grantees receive:
Training and organisational development
Support for project management and reporting
Opportunities to collaborate with other youth groups across Europe
Access to a growing community of practice focused on climate justice
To qualify, applicants must:
Be a youth-led, non-profit legal entity
Be registered in one of the EU’s 27 member states
Have project activities taking place within the EU
Align with the objectives of the Youth Climate Changemakers Fund
Not have previously received funding from or been involved in the EU DEAR programme
Eligible organisations include:
Youth NGOs
Grassroots collectives
Feminist and ecofeminist organisations
Disability-inclusive advocacy groups
Community-based movements led by young people
Review eligibility requirements to ensure organisational and geographic compliance.
Prepare a project concept addressing climate justice, inclusion and youth leadership.
Use the official application templates provided by Funding Fairer Futures.
Demonstrate organisational capacity—especially for higher budget requests.
Outline monitoring, evaluation and impact plans with measurable outcomes.
Submit the full application before the call deadline.
Acknowledge EU visibility requirements if funded, including branding and communication guidelines.
Engage consistently with the program community and reporting obligations throughout the project.
Apply for GCE Young Climate Changemakers Fund for Youth Organizations
