Nature has no borders: European Call for Projects
The Fondazione Capellino launched a new Call for Proposals which funds European projects, with the aim of reconnecting ecosystems and giving Europe's wildlife more space. The Call supports biodiversity by funding small- and large-scale projects, whether new or ongoing.
Habitat fragmentation is one of the greatest threats to Europe’s biodiversity. Fragmanted ecosystems make it harder for species to migrate, adapt and maintain healthy genetic diversity. To help restore these vital ecological corridors, Fondazione Capellino has launched the ‘Nature has no borders’ Call for Proposals, funding projects that reconnect land and freshwater ecosystems. A more connected nature means greater biodiversity, greater ecosystem resilience, and a better ability to reduce negative human impacts. A thriving natural environment also produces greater economic value than a static one.
Alongside this, the ‘Nature Has No Borders’ European Citizens' Initiative (ECI) will officially launch on 15th October 2026 to advocate for an EU wide framework that strengthens ecological connectivity across Europe.
This initiative also supports the European Green Belt, Europe’s longest green network and conservation initiative. By removing barriers, creating wildlife crossings, restoring fish migration routes, and planting vegetation corridors, funded projects will strengthen vital ecological lifelines and safeguard biodiversity across shared landscapes.
What makes this call unique is its focus on delivering practical action to restore ecological connectivity. From removing obsolete dams and unnecessary fences to creating Dark Sky Ways for nocturnal wildlife, funded projects will turn ambitious conservation goals into measurable results. Together, they will help build resilient, interconnected ecosystems that can support Europe's biodiversity for generations of the future.
Call details:
Eligible applicants: Non-profit organisations; Local authorities; Management bodies of protected areas and parks; Universities and research centres; Non-profit public-private partnerships.
Geographical scope: The call is open to projects located in the following nine European countries: Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium, Malta, and Finland.
Clear here to read more about the Call for projects and the relevant submission deadlines.
Project proposals can be submitted online.
For more information, please contact:
Mara Tippmann (Austria and Germany): mara.tippmann(at)almonature.com
Lizette Pellikaan (Netherlands): lizette.pellikaan(at)almonature.com
Lucia Andrades Lopez (Spain): lucia.lopez(at)almonature.com
Claudine Ayala (France, Belgium): claudine.ayala(at)almonature.com
Alfonso Lucifredi & Sara Segantin (Italy, Finland, Malta): alfonso.lucifredi(at)fondazionecapellino.org; sara.segantin(at)fondazionecapellino.org
Website: naturehasnoborders.eu