BST Grantmaking
The Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) promotes regional cooperation and good governance in the Wider Black Sea region; accountable, transparent, and open governments; strong, effective civic sectors; and independent and professional media.
The Black Sea Trust runs the following programs: Regional Programs and Civic Participation. Prospective applicants can apply on a rolling basis for these two programs.
BST accepts project proposals under thematic calls for applications listed below.
For any inquiries, please contact the BST at [email protected].
Open Call for Applications
Expand AllShort-Term Grants for CSOs Adressing the Ukrainian Crisis Refugee
In response to the security and humanitarian challenges posed by Russia's war in Ukraine, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST), a project of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, is launching a call for project proposals to support the response of civil society actors in the wider Black Sea region. The Short-Term Grants stream is an opportunity for civil society organizations (CSOs) to implement urgent efforts and knowledge sharing on supporting relief for Ukraine and managing the Ukrainian refugee crisis.
Regional Cooperation of Ukraine
In response to the security and humanitarian challenges posed by Russia's war in Ukraine, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST), a project of the German Marshall Plan of the United States, is launching a new call for project proposals to further support the response of civil society actors in the wider Black Sea region.
Fostering Civil Society COVID-19 Resilience in the Black Sea Region
In response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) is launching a new call for project proposals which aims to strengthen the role of civil society organizations (CSOs) and independent media in countering the negative impact of the coronavirus pandemic on society.
Strengthening Transition Sharing in the Wider Black Sea Region
In response to the democratic challenges in the wider Black Sea region, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) is launching a new call for proposals which aims to increase the efficiency of civil society to promote an open, transparent, and inclusive system of governance through bilateral exchanges among organizations from the Black Sea region and new EU member states.
Enhancing Republic of Moldova’s Resilience Capacity
In response to the security and humanitarian challenges posed by Russia's war in Ukraine, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) is launching a new call for project proposals for civil society organizations and media organizations based in the Republic of Moldova.
Past Calls for Applications
Expand AllEmergency Support to civil society and media in response to the Ukraine war
In response to the challenges imposed by the Russian war in Ukraine, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST), a project of the German Marshall Fund, is launching a new call for proposals that aims to support Ukrainian civil society organizations (CSOs) in order to mitigate the immediate and the medium to long-term impact of the Russia-Ukraine war.
Enhancing Regional Response for Ukraine
In response to the security and humanitarian challenges posed by Russia's war in Ukraine, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST), a project of the German Marshall Plan of the United States, is launching a new call for project proposals to further support the response of civil society actors in the Wider Black Sea region.
Resilience Through Innovation
In response to the challenges posed on Bulgarian society and media landscape, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) is launching a new call for proposals which aims to amplify the capacity of Bulgarian CSOs and media actors counter the negative impact of the coronavirus outbreak on society, free media and rule of law.
COVID-19: Civil Society Resilience and Sustainability – Ukraine
In response to the challenges imposed on the Ukrainian society during the coronavirus outbreak, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) is launching a new call for proposals which aims to strengthen the capacity of Ukrainian civil society organizations (CSOs) and independent media in countering the negative impact of the outbreak on society. This call is part of the COVID-19: Civil Society Resilience and Sustainability regional action run by ERIM Europe and funded by the European Union. The project aims to support civil society, independent activists, and independent media to continue their work throughout and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Empowering Bulgarian Civil Society to Respond to Pandemic Challenges
In response to the challenges posed on Bulgarian society and media landscape, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) is launching a new call for proposals which aims to strengthen the capacity of Bulgarian civil society organizations (CSOs) to help communities adjust and recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in Bulgaria.
Women’s Economic Empowerment in Azerbaijan
In response to the gender-based challenges in Azerbaijan, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) is launching a new call for proposals that aims to contribute to the promotion of women’s social and economic empowerment and rights.
This call is part of the Law, Rights, and Awareness Program run by BST and funded by USAID Azerbaijan. The program aims to support broad human rights awareness and activism by providing small grants to local organizations in Azerbaijan.
Strengthening Regional Links in the Wider Black Sea Region
In response to the democratic challenges in the Wider Black Sea region, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) is launching a new call for proposals that aims to increase the efficiency of civil society to promote an open, transparent, and inclusive system of governance through multilateral cooperation among regional-level organizations that promote democratic developments in the Black Sea region.
Fostering the Resilience of Ukrainian Civil Society and Independent Media
In response to the security challenges and humanitarian crisis caused by Russia’s war against Ukraine, the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST) is launching a new call for project proposals for civil society organizations (CSOs) and media organizations from Ukraine.