What is this Programme about?
If you care about the environment and want to implement actions for its protection or restoration, the 'Green Volunteering' Programme is for you! The Youth Board of Cyprus (YBC) stands by your side by funding your actions, in an effort to encourage all young people in the country to acquire experiences, skills, and knowledge in the environmental sector through volunteering.
Objectives of the Programme
The objectives of the Programme are to:
- raise awareness and promote environmental consciousness;
- encourage the implementation of environmental initiatives;
- promote environmental education and awareness;
- foster active participation and a sense of responsibility; and
- promote networking and the development of synergies between organisations and young people.
Budget for 2026
The approved budget for the "Green Volunteering" Programme for 2026 is €50,000.
Beneficiaries
Informal group of young people
4+ persons 13-35 yrs old
Secondary education schools
Youth Centers
(Members of KOKEN)
Youth Organisations
Eligibility criteria
Planning and Implementation
15%
Project's Relevance
25%
Impact and Dissemination
20%
Young people involvement
20%
Activity Budget
10%
Funding Activities
Application Procedure
Read the Guide
Create an account on https://funding.onek.org.cy
Submit the application
Application evaluation
Announcements of results
Application submission deadlines
Calls of 2026
Activity implementation period
Application submission deadline
Call Α' (Actions 1, 2, 3, 4)
01/01/2027 - 30/06/2027
03/10/2026 - 03/11/2026
Call B' (Actions 1, 2, 3, 4)
01/07/2027 - 30/11/2027
17/05/2027 - 17/06/2027
Call (Actions 5 & 6)
01/01/2027 - 30/11/2027
03/10/2026 - 03/11/2026