About this opportunity
Local nonprofits and community organisations in Zambia, Malawi and Zimbabwe now have a clear route to modest project funding. The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Lusaka has opened its Small Scale Projects call for 2027, supporting grassroots work that shows a real developmental contribution and can carry on after the money runs out.
The scheme sits inside the Czech Republic development cooperation in Southern Africa. It backs projects that are practical, low cost and useful to the communities they serve, and it welcomes proposals that bring in Czech technology, expertise or partners, though that is not a condition to apply.
Grants run from 250,000 Czech koruna to 500,000 Czech koruna. Personal expenses, travel and insurance combined may not go above 8 percent of the total project cost, so plans should keep overheads small and put most of the money into the activity itself.
The
Application timeline
is 27 October 2026. Applicants must be a legally registered nonprofit entity in one of the three countries and must be able to sign a contract under Czech law and the jurisdiction of Czech courts.
What you receive
- A grant of 250,000 to 500,000 Czech koruna for a local community project.
- Funding suited to small, focused activities rather than large overheads.
- An opening to partner with Czech entities or use Czech know-how where it helps the project.
Who can apply
- Legally registered nonprofit entities in Zambia, Malawi or Zimbabwe.
- Local NGOs, civic associations and local academic institutions working on community projects.
- For profit organisations may apply only when the project itself is nonprofit oriented.
- The applicant must be able to conclude a contract under Czech law and Czech court jurisdiction.
Who should not apply
- Central administrative bodies.
- Political parties or political movements.
- Projects designed to generate profit for the implementing organisation.
Documents to prepare
- The completed Identification Form for the Small Scale Projects call.
- A short project description showing developmental impact, sustainability and cost effectiveness.
- Proof of legal registration as a nonprofit entity in Zambia, Malawi or Zimbabwe.
How to apply
- Read the full call on the Czech Embassy in Lusaka website and confirm your organisation meets the eligibility terms.
- Complete the Identification Form for the Small Scale Projects 2027 call.
- Prepare a concise project description that shows impact, sustainability and careful use of the budget.
- Gather proof that your organisation is legally registered in Zambia, Malawi or Zimbabwe.
- Submit the form and project documents to the embassy before 27 October 2026 through the channel stated on the official call page.
Selection process
- Proposals are reviewed for developmental contribution, sustainability and cost effectiveness.
- Projects that use Czech technological solutions, know how or collaboration with Czech partners are viewed favourably.
- The applicant must be able to sign the grant contract under Czech law before funding is confirmed.
Sources and verification
Questions applicants ask
What is the grant size?
Grants range from 250,000 Czech koruna to 500,000 Czech koruna. Personal expenses, travel and insurance together must not exceed 8 percent of the total project cost.
Can a for profit organisation apply?
Yes, but only when the project itself is nonprofit oriented and does not generate profit for the organisation.
Which countries are covered?
Registered applicants in Zambia, Malawi and Zimbabwe. The call is run by the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Lusaka.
When does it close?
The deadline for applications is 27 October 2026.
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