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Call for projects 2026 now open!

Themes of the call for projects:

DIMFE will fund projects that adopt a holistic approach taking into account community and cultural aspects such as the inclusion of socio-economic benefits for local populations, the promotion of environmentally beneficial cultural practices and respect for ethnicity and gender.

  • Conservation and restoration of freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity
  • Sustainable use and management of water resources
  • The development and implementation of sustainable financing mechanisms for freshwater ecosystem conservation and sustainable water use

For example, project proposals could include approaches such as nature-based solutions, payment for ecosystem services, traditional water management practices and the removal of obsolete barriers. This list is not exhaustive.

For a better understanding of the types of projects we support, please visit the DIMFE website.

Criteria for the call for projects:

  • Financial support from €100,000 to €500,000
  • DIMFE's contribution should normally not exceed 75% of the total project budget. If the request for funding exceeds €300,000, 25% co-financing (non-in-kind) is mandatory.
  • Projects must start between March and June 2027 and have a maximum duration of 3 years

Project eligibility:

The Executive Committee will select projects that meet several criteria:

  • Projects must be located within the Mediterranean basin, without geographical preference. 
  • Projects must produce results that have an impact on the ground.
  • Projects must be consistent with the themes and budget listed above.

Projects must have a clearly defined primary environmental objective. Social, economic, or cultural components are encouraged if they support the project’s ecological goals.

Ineligible projects:

DIMFE does not fund:

  • WASH projects (water, sanitation, hygiene), including those focused on access to drinking water, sanitation infrastructure, waste management, or hygiene promotion
  • Projects that are solely research-based, without concrete application in the field
  • Projects in which the majority of activities consist of studies or research
  • Projects focused solely on communication or awareness-raising, without tangible actions
  • Projects without clearly identified and predominantly field-based implementation
  • Projects led by a single individual

Eligible applicants:

NGOs, local authorities, municipalities, private companies engaged in the ecological transition with less than 20 employees, scientific institutions.

Instructions for downloading the files:


The completed application form and both correctly filled-in budget tables must be submitted by October 15, 2026 to the following email address: dimfe@fpa2.org