Barcelona launches grants for social and solidarity economy

The Barcelona City Council is offering grants to strengthen the social and solidarity economy and intercooperation, with applications due by March 31, 2026.

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The Barcelona City Council has opened the application period for grants aimed at strengthening the social and solidarity economy (SSE) and intercooperation, as part of the #ESSBCN2030 strategy.

The grants, which fall under subsidy line 4335 of the Barcelona City Council's Strategic Subsidy Plan, aim to promote activities of public or social interest for the city. The deadline for submitting applications is March 31, 2026.
This call seeks to promote the resilience and scale of SSE, facilitate access to this economic model for all citizens, and foster its cross-cutting integration in public policies. Eligible projects must align with the objectives of the Barcelona Social and Solidarity Economy Strategy 2030 and the SSE Boost Plan 2024-2027.
The regulatory bases and detailed call for applications, along with the necessary forms, are available through the City Council's electronic headquarters. Legal entities must complete the entire process electronically, while individuals can also opt for in-person submission.
Based on information from the official source: Institut Municipal de Mercats de Barcelona (01/10/2026)