Up to UAH 1,000,000 – that is the maximum grant available to Ukrainian civil society organisations (CSOs) building regional and inter-regional collaboration platforms in 2026. The “Civil Society Collaboration Platforms” competition, administered by ISAR Yednannia through the Askold and Dir Fund, supports initiatives that go beyond single events and create lasting partnerships between CSOs, authorities, businesses and communities.
This article is a detailed profile of the competition: who can apply, what is funded and on what terms, how the three priorities work, and how to submit a proposal. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until 31 August 2026. All information verified as of April 2026.
| Maximum amount UAH 1,000,000 |
Deadline 31 August 2026 (rolling basis) |
Eligible applicants CSOs, charitable organisations, associations of local authorities |
Open priorities 3 tracks |
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Who is the Askold and Dir Fund: Norwegian-Swedish support for Ukrainian civil society
The Askold and Dir Fund is a Norwegian-Swedish fund administered by ISAR Yednannia. It operates under the large-scale project “Strong Civil Society of Ukraine – a Driver of Reforms and Democracy”, funded by Norway (Norad) and Sweden (Sida). The fund’s goal is to strengthen CSOs in their role of promoting inclusive recovery, reform and democratic governance in Ukraine.
The fund provides grants for organisational development, advocacy, research and media campaigns, and offers educational programmes, trainings and networking opportunities through the Civil Society Hub platform (home.ednannia.ua). The “Collaboration Platforms” competition is one of the flagship competitions in the fund’s portfolio, focused on the regional and inter-regional level.
Civil Society Collaboration Platforms – Grant Competition
Civil Society Collaboration Platforms – Grant Competition
Administrator: Askold & Dir Fund / ISAR Yednannia · Donor: Norway & Sweden (Norad / Sida)
The competition supports the creation and development of collaboration platforms that bring CSOs and stakeholders together to work on pressing issues in communities – and generate concrete practical results. It has a regional or inter-regional focus and supports initiatives working at the level of oblasts or multiple regions.
| Maximum amount: | UAH 1,000,000 |
| Deadline: | 31 August 2026 (applications reviewed on an ongoing basis) |
| Geographic scope: | All of Ukraine – regional or inter-regional focus |
| Organisation age: | Minimum 1 year of work in the relevant field |
| How to apply: | Via personal account on the ISAR Yednannia portal (ednannia.ua) |
What counts as a “collaboration platform” under this competition
A collaboration platform is not simply an event or a training programme. Under the competition’s terms, it must include at least one large public open event – a regional mini-forum, conference or cross-sector gathering. Additional smaller activities may be included: communities of practice, thematic and training sessions, consultations, and CSO coordination meetings.
Expected changes and outcomes, rather than the type of events, determine the format and content of a platform. Platforms must produce practical results that participants continue to use after the project ends – new or strengthened partnerships, joint recommendations, tools, or models of collaboration.
Three Competition Priorities
The competition’s portfolio is structured around three priorities. Applicants select the one that best matches their initiative.
Priority 1. CSO Capacity-Building Platforms
Focus: organisational capacity · governance · resilience · partnerships
Supports platforms that help civil society and charitable organisations strengthen their organisational capacity through joint work, experience sharing and the adoption of new approaches. Possible formats include communities of practice, thematic session series, mentoring, peer-to-peer learning, and joint development of management tools.
The program prioritizes platforms that involve practical implementation of organisational change (rather than training alone), include mentoring or peer-to-peer formats, and have potential for scaling to other regions.
Priority 2. Recovery Collaboration Platforms
Focus: cross-sector coordination · community recovery · social services
Supports platforms that bring CSOs, local authorities, businesses and other stakeholders together to address practical recovery challenges. Focus areas include social services, education, healthcare, employment and the integration of vulnerable groups.
Activities must target the development and implementation of concrete solutions at the local or regional level – not simply discussion of needs.
Priority 3. Advocacy Platforms
Focus: public policy influence · advocacy · democratic governance
Supports platforms that unite CSOs and other stakeholders to build joint positions and influence policies at the local, regional or national level. Focus: specific regulatory issues in the areas of recovery, social policy, education, healthcare, and human rights.
Expected outcomes include documented CSO influence on policies or practices, jointly developed recommendations, and expanded participation of vulnerable groups in decision-making processes.
Who can apply: eligibility conditions
Applications are open to organisations registered under one of the following Ukrainian laws: “On Public Associations”, “On Charitable Activities and Charitable Organisations”, or “On Associations of Local Self-Governance Bodies”.
Mandatory conditions:
- Included in the Register of Non-Profit Organisations with a non-profit status code: 0032, 0036, 0038 or 0039
- At least 1 year of work in the field relevant to the chosen priority
- Regional or inter-regional operational scope
An important detail: the fund is looking for experienced and capable applicants. This competition focuses not on early-stage organisations, but on CSOs with a track record in the relevant field and the capacity to administer a project of up to UAH 1,000,000. Experience of effective cooperation with authorities and established partnerships with other CSOs will significantly strengthen an application.
How to apply
Submit applications via your personal account on the ISAR Yednannia portal. Organisations must first register at ednannia.ua. Full requirements and the application form are available in the Call for Proposals (PDF).
Since the competition runs on a rolling basis, there is no separate wave deadline to wait for – the committee meets regularly. The organizers strongly recommend submitting as early as possible.
Summary Table: Civil Society Collaboration Platforms 2026
| Priority | Amount | Deadline | For whom |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSO Capacity-Building | UAH 1,000,000 | 31 Aug 2026 rolling basis |
CSOs/charitable orgs/assoc. of local auth., 1+ yr, regional/inter-regional |
| Recovery Collaboration | UAH 1,000,000 | 31 Aug 2026 rolling basis |
CSOs/charitable orgs/assoc. of local auth., 1+ yr, regional/inter-regional |
| Advocacy | UAH 1,000,000 | 31 Aug 2026 rolling basis |
CSOs/charitable orgs/assoc. of local auth., 1+ yr, regional/national level |
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