EuropeAid & INTPA Funding: How Greek Organisations Can Access EU Development Funds
The EU's international development funding (NDICI-Global Europe) offers significant opportunities for Greek NGOs, research institutions, and private sector companies. Here is how to access it.
What Is EuropeAid / INTPA Funding?
The EU's Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA), formerly known as EuropeAid, manages the EU's external development cooperation budget. Under the 2021-2027 MFF, the NDICI-Global Europe instrument allocates over EUR 79.5 billion for development cooperation in partner countries.
Who Can Apply?
Unlike Horizon Europe or Erasmus+, INTPA funding is primarily for implementing development projects in partner countries (Africa, Asia, Latin America, Caribbean, Pacific, and Neighbourhood countries). Eligible applicants include:
- NGOs and civil society organisations — the primary implementers of many calls
- Research institutions and universities — for technical assistance and capacity building
- Private sector companies — for market development and economic partnership projects
- Public authorities — national, regional, and local governments
Types of Funding Mechanisms
Grants (Calls for Proposals)
Competitive calls published on the INTPA Partner Portal. Grant sizes typically range from EUR 300,000 to EUR 5,000,000+. Eligibility criteria, geographic focus, and thematic priorities vary by call.
Framework Contracts
Long-term contracts for technical assistance services. Companies or consortia that win a framework contract can then be awarded specific contracts without full competition.
Key Thematic Priorities for 2026
INTPA's current strategic priorities include:
- Food security and sustainable agriculture
- Climate change and biodiversity
- Digital transformation in developing countries
- Health system strengthening
- Education and vocational training
- Democracy, good governance, and rule of law
How to Find Open Calls
All INTPA calls for proposals are published on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal (ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders). Filter by "INTPA" as the contracting authority.
INTERALTER's INTPA Services
Our team supports Greek organisations seeking INTPA funding with call identification, partner identification in target regions, full proposal writing, compliance review against INTPA procurement rules, and project management during implementation.