Call for Participation 2026: Sport for Peace and Safer Communities Learning Community @adidas Foundation

Overview

The Sport for Peace and Safer Communities Initiative is seeking organizations from Colombia, El Salvador, and Guatemala to join a structured Learning Community focused on Sport for Development (S4D). This initiative aims to strengthen social cohesion, prevent violence, and promote community peace through sport.

Eligibility

Eligible organizations include civil society organizations, international NGOs, academic institutions, sports clubs, foundations, and non-profit organizations. Applicants must be legally registered in Colombia, El Salvador, or Guatemala and demonstrate administrative and financial capacity. Experience in S4D, peacebuilding, or community-level interventions is beneficial.

Benefits

Participants will receive structured guidance, capacity-building workshops, and opportunities to co-design pilot initiatives. Each pilot initiative may receive up to EUR 60,000, depending on the quality and feasibility of the proposed concept. Expected outcomes include increased capacity in S4D methodologies, stronger partnerships, evidence-based insights, and tools to support safer, more cohesive communities.

How to Apply

Applications can be accessed via the provided link. The deadline for submissions is March 16, 2026.

Deadline

March 16, 2026