Canary Islands Government Grants for Equality and Diversity

Overview

The Canary Islands government has finalized the process of allocating grants aimed at promoting equality and respecting diversity across the islands. After reviewing 62 applications submitted for the 2025 funding, authorities approved funds for numerous organizations, with some applications being rejected or excluded.

Notably, the government will disburse grants immediately, covering 100% of the approved amounts, to facilitate timely project implementation. This initiative reflects an ongoing commitment to fostering inclusive social policies and combating inequality in the region.

Funding Process

• The process involved multiple steps, including:
  • Publication of the call
  • Evaluation by a dedicated commission
  • Provisional public announcement of results in August
• Beneficiaries had a deadline to accept the grants or challenge the decisions.
• Total budget allocated for this cycle: 462,500 euros.
• Approved projects will run through October 2025, with some exceptions allowing extensions into early 2026, especially for projects requiring advance payments.

Objectives and Conditions

• Promotes social cohesion, equality initiatives, and diversity programs.
• Offering immediate funding aims to prevent disruptions during project execution.
• Beneficiaries must comply with:
  • Strict transparency obligations
  • Public acknowledgment of government support
  • Adherence to legal and fiscal standards.

Additional Notes

This move underscores the government's focus on promoting social cohesion, equality initiatives, and diversity programs.