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BOE-A-2026-13758 ·25 June 2026 ·Royal Decree Medium impact
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Non-governmental organisations: 30-day window to apply for sustainable cooperation grants

Royal Decree 517/2026 stipulates that non-governmental organisations may submit grant applications regarding sustainable development cooperation, in accordance with Article 67 of the Regulation of Royal Decree 887/2006. This regulation expands access to grants for NGOs, although it does not specify specific deadlines or amounts. Applications must be made pursuant to Articles 22.2.c) and 28 of Law 38/2003, based on the previously established legal framework.

In 2 key points

  1. NGOs may submit grant applications for sustainable cooperation (art. 67 del Reglamento del Real Decreto 887/2006)
  2. Applications must comply with Articles 22.2.c) and 28 of Law 38/2003 (arts. 22.2.c) y 28 de la Ley 38/2003)

How it affects those involved

NGOs operating in the field of international and sustainable cooperation can access direct grants, enhancing their financing capacity. Public administrations are expanding the scope of cooperation grants. NGO advisors must review submission requirements and ensure compliance with the cited legal articles. Foundations and associations that previously lacked access may benefit from this regulation.

Lifecycle

2026-06-25PublishedPublished in the BOE
2026-06-26Into forceComes into force (fecha_vigencia (indice oficial del BOE))
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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