2025 Call for +Rural Grants

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An opportunity to revitalize the rural environment

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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS OPEN
UNTIL JULY 15, 2025

As an Intermediate Body for the period 2021-2027, Fundación MAPFRE is launching the 2025 call for +Rural Grants as part of the ESF+ Social Inclusion, Child Guarantee and Fight Against Poverty Program.

The purpose of this call, which is competitive in nature, is to select projects to be co-financed in full by the ESF+ and Fundación MAPFRE, aimed at implementing actions in rural areas within the scope of Specific Objectives H and K.

The total budget for the call is €18,000,000, which is allocated to the following areas:

  • 2.H.03: To promote social and labor inclusion, active participation, and improve employability, particularly for disadvantaged groups.
    Amount allocated: €8,000,000.
  • 2.K.02: Projects to facilitate access to social and healthcare services for dependent groups (including the elderly, people with disabilities, and people with chronic illnesses).
    Amount allocated: €6,800,000.
  • 2.K.03: Actions to improve training in the field of healthcare or social care.
    Amount allocated: €3,200,000.

Check this section for all the information you need to know to be able to apply.

Mainly third sector and Social Economy entities

The grants may primarily be requested by third-sector entities, social economy entities, federations of such groups, and broader umbrella organizations that represent multiple federations.

Requirements for applying for +Rural funding

Find out all the details of the 2025 +Rural Grants Call.

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Prepare it in time

The eligibility of the applicant entity must be proven by submitting the required documentation and proof of solvency.

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Application process

You must apply for your grant online. Check that you have the necessary digital certificates to do this.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Cofinanciado por la Unión Europea
Ministerio de trabajo y economía social
Fondos Europeos
Fundación MAPFRE