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European Parliament Annual Freedom Advocacy Prize Grant

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An organisation based in Belgium

In context

This call is open to individuals, non-profits and registered charities and 3 others. Funding is a prize or award of Up to $55,000. Coverage is read from the notice itself: the European Union. The funder accepts early-stage applicants.

Summary

Annual prize awarded by the European Parliament recognizing individuals, groups, or organizations that have made outstanding contributions to protecting freedom of thought, freedom of expression, minority rights, democracy, and rule of law. The prize carries a EUR 50,000 endowment and is open to applicants globally who have demonstrated exceptional advocacy or action in these areas.

Summary by Raise Lens from the official notice · 3 Oct 2026Accurate?

About this grant

The funder for Freedom of Thought is an annual award bestowed by the European Parliament to honour individuals or groups dedicated to the defence of human rights and freedom of thought. The prize recognises outstanding contributions to promoting human rights, democratic values, and freedom of expression globally. The award ceremony takes place in December at a plenary sitting in Strasbourg, and the winner is typically announced in October. …

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does this grant offer?
European Parliament Annual Freedom Advocacy Prize offers up to $55K.
Who can apply for European Parliament Annual Freedom Advocacy Prize?
Eligibility covers organisations in EU; individual, nonprofit, charity, social-enterprise, community-group, consortium. The full eligibility conditions are part of the Pro detail.
Funding route · no open call
Up to $55K
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EligibilityEU
Org typesindividual, nonprofit, charity, social-enterprise, community-group, consortium
Last verified3 Oct 2026