KAMALÉ_en – Cromo Alapítvány

KAMALÉ – Youth Climate Actions

Project title: KAMALÉ – KlimAte Mindful Actions Led by Engaged Youth Leaders – Youth Climate Actions Subgranting Scheme in Siklós District, Hungary

Implementation Period: April 2025 – December 31, 2025

Funding Amount: €4,662 per project

Goal of the project

Eligible Projects
Initiatives led by young people aged 15–30, supported by a legally registered nonprofit organization in Hungary. (Priority will be given to local civil society organizations registered in Siklós District or Baranya County.) For more information, please refer to the Grant Package → Grant Guide document.

Location of Implementation
Activities must take place within Siklós District, but their impact and outreach may extend to the broader Baranya County region.

The Winning Projects

1.“Green Future – Youth Climate Action in the Siklós District”

The project consists of two main components:

Pilot projects at the University of Pécs, promoting circular economy principles and recycling practices.
Sustainability programs in local schools and community events, engaging young people and local communities. The project aims to involve at least 250 young people, raise their environmental awareness, encourage active participation in climate protection, and generate tangible results and new collaborations in the region.

2. “Inner Gardens, Living Walls”

This project creates small green gardens and living walls in institutions that support disadvantaged children. The ideas and organizational work are led by young participants, fostering community responsibility and proactive responses to local climate challenges. It promotes sustainable solutions through creative design, community programs, and action planning.

3. “Garden for Everyone”

This project establishes an experimental sapling garden where students grow heat-adapted plants in two different locations under varying conditions, gaining horticultural knowledge. They also develop their skills through study trips and learn about the grant application process, preparing them to confidently take on similar challenges in the future.

How to Apply?

Present your Youth Climate Action idea using the application form (attached in the application package below).

Send your completed application, along with all required attachments, to info@cromo.hu via email.

Include copies of the founding document and registration certificate of the applicant organization.

KAMALÉ – Youth Climate Actions offers a unique opportunity for young people to take a leading role in addressing local climate challenges within their communities. KAMALÉ invites young leaders to apply for support in implementing climate action projects that tackle local environmental issues and engage young people with fewer opportunities. Applications must be submitted in partnership with a registered civil society organization.

In addition to financial support, selected applicants will receive mentoring and guidance from climate and community development experts. Through this support, they will gain new skills to ensure the success and sustainability of their projects.

By participating, young people contribute to solving the urgent issue of climate change, gain valuable leadership experience, build networks with like-minded peers, and develop skills that will benefit their future careers.

Note: The application period has ended. Projects are currently being implemented. The 2026 call will focus on community-led initiatives in Baranya County

Ask more info: info@cromo.hu

Who Can Apply?

A group of 10 young people aged 15–30 who submit the application together with a Hungary-based civil organization. The hosting civil organization will be the official applicant, receive the grant, and sign the funding agreement with the Cromo Foundation if the application is successful. If any of the participating youth are minors, a parental consent form is also required.

Is it a problem if the group of 10 young people is not complete at the time of application submission?

It’s not a problem if the team of 10 young people is not fully formed at the time of the first-round application submission. However, it is a requirement for the project implementation.

What types of projects are eligible for support?

Environmental, nature conservation, and sustainability actions.

How much time is available to submit the application?

Applications can be submitted until midnight on February 27.

In what format should the application be submitted?

The application form and its attachments must be submitted only online (Word, Excel, PDF) by e-mail to info@cromo.hu.

A ChatGPT ezt mondta: How should the application be submitted?

The application must be submitted by e-mail to info@cromo.hu. Successful submission will be confirmed via an e-mail from us.

What documents need to be attached?

The following documents must be attached to the application form: Budget Excel file Declaration that the applicant organization does not receive any other DEAR funding (completed, signed, and scanned) Declaration regarding the involvement of other organizations, if any other organization participates in the project outside of the applicant organization (completed, signed, and scanned) Founding document and court registration of the applicant organization

How many applications can be submitted?

Each organization may submit only one application.

Can applications be submitted as a group?

Multiple organizations can collaborate on an application; however, only the main applicant organization can receive the grant, and the other organizations will not receive any funding.

What criteria are used to evaluate the applications?

The evaluation criteria can be found in point 12 of the Grant Guide.

When is the announcement of the results expected?

The results are expected to be announced in the first half of March 2025. All applicants will be notified by e-mail.

What support will the winners receive?

The total budget available for activities eligible under this call for proposals is €15,540. From this total, it is expected that a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 projects will receive funding. Each project must include 10% co-financing. The requested grant can cover up to 90% of the total eligible costs, while the remaining 10% must come from non-EU sources, such as private funds or contributions from other funding agencies. For example: For a total project cost of €3,885, the grant would be €3,496.50. For a total project cost of €7,770, the grant would be €6,993.00.

What can the grant be used for?

The grant can be used exclusively for implementing the project idea during the project period, until December 31, 2025. The attached budget must include all planned expenses.

Is it necessary to prepare a report on the use of the grant?

Yes, after the project is completed, the applicant must prepare both a content and financial report on the use of the grant.

Can the application be modified after submission?

After the first round of applications (February 27, 2025), representatives of the selected projects can further develop their project ideas with the support of mentors and will also participate in an international training series. The revised applications will be resubmitted in April 2025.

Where can I get help with preparing the application materials?

We can provide assistance during a general online information session on February 6, 2025, from 16:00 to 18:00, as well as through individual consultations scheduled by the hour on February 13, 2025, from 10:00 to 18:00 and February 19, 2025, from 10:00 to 18:00. You can register for these sessions using the following registration form: