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BOE-A-2026-20916 ·8 October 2026 ·Royal Decree High impact
Subsidies

Third sector entities and youth organizations: eligibility for direct grant awards

Royal Decree 816/2026 regulates the direct award of grants to third-sector entities and other organizations for child and adolescent protection and the promotion of youth participation. This regulation is based on the need to support public interest activities and ensure the financial stability of key entities such as the Spanish Youth Council. The regulation allows for the direct award procedure as supported by the General Subsidies Law (art. 22.2.c of Law 38/2003).

In 2 key points

  1. Direct granting of subsidies is enabled for third-sector organisations in matters concerning children and youth (art. 22.2.c de la Ley 38/2003)
  2. The Spanish Youth Council is a beneficiary to ensure its operation as a representative body (texto fuente)

How it affects those involved

For third-sector organisations and youth bodies, the regulation facilitates access to public funds without the need for competitive bidding in specific cases of public interest. The Spanish Youth Council obtains a stable funding framework to ensure its operation as an interlocutor with the Administration. Local authorities and municipal associations are also involved in guaranteeing the rights of children and young people.

Frequently asked questions

What type of entities can receive these direct subsidies?
Third-sector organisations, child and adolescent protection bodies, and entities that promote youth participation.
What is the main objective of this regulation?
To guarantee sufficient funding for entities of public interest, such as the Spanish Youth Council, and to support the protection of minors.

Lifecycle

2026-10-08PublishedPublished in the BOE
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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