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Fiscal Code: 97257480158
VAT number: IT04636880967
Public Charity
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Strengthening those who work on the ground
Small organisations, many ideas, great results.
Over the last thirty years, we have witnessed an undeniable crisis in democratic systems. This is characterised by a reduced capacity to alleviate social inequalities and a growing weakening of public institutions, not only in the countries of the “North.” This has led to increasing difficulties in contributing to a stable system of international governance.
In this context, the democratic values enshrined in European treaties have gained greater visibility. However, they are often called into question and relegated to the background in favour of economic priorities. As we know, this leads to harsh political conflicts, turning these values into a subject of divisive disputes. This undermines the fundamental role these principles play in building more cohesive and sustainable societies.
We work with conviction to recognise the role of small organisations in Italy, Europe, and worldwide as “connectors” for inclusive and sustainable territorial development, capable of activating concrete and participatory solutions.
We do not propose a single management model. Our core belief is that organisations should move and progress in the direction they themselves desire, by simply “doing what they know how to do.”
More than just funding: a shared journey
PuntoSud has gained significant experience in managing funds for civil society, covering various roles over time – project leader, operational partner, external evaluator and field trainer. We have managed a total of over €11 million, funded 356 projects (with another 336 in the start-up phase) and collaborated with public and private partners on four continents and in more than 50 countries.
This experience translates into concrete initiatives with a strong local impact. Our approach to financial support combines economic contributions and organisational strengthening so that each funded project has a solid foundation and produces lasting results. In concrete terms, each grant is accompanied by field trainings (through the PuntoSud Academy)and monitoring and evaluation (through the expertise of our Evaluation Lab), ensuring impact, transparency and learning at all stages.
Our approach
We create tailor-made, accessible and flexible cascade funding schemes to respond to the real needs of civil society actors.
We offer capacity-building courses to unlock management, organisational and project skills, supporting the growth of organisations and their teams.
We provide tools and support for monitoring and evaluation, making data collection and its use an opportunity for learning and continuous improvement.
We build strategic partnerships that go beyond simply providing funds: we support organisations at all stages, promoting collaborative networks and continuous training.
Manage third-party funds effectively
Do you require assistance in managing Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP) or other European funds?
Write to us and find out how we can help you structure and manage financing mechanisms.
Financial support – PROJECTS
Migration and Displacement Action Plan for sub-Saharan Africa
MAPS è un ampio programma di ricerca coordinato dalla Sapienza Università di Roma che analizza migrazioni e sfollamenti forzati in dieci Paesi dell’Africa subsahariana. Il progetto colma lacune informative attraverso studi mirati, borse di ricerca per giovani scienziati africani e la piattaforma DigiMAPS, che raccoglie e diffonde dati utili a istituzioni, comunità e policy maker. PuntoSud affianca il partenariato con un supporto metodologico e gestionale che va dalla definizione della proposta alla strutturazione delle procedure di monitoraggio, gestione e rendicontazione. Inoltre, contribuiamo alla trasparenza del processo di selezione dei 40 ricercatori e accompagniamo i partner nel rafforzamento delle capacità locali. MAPS genera conoscenze solide sul fenomeno migratorio, migliora le capacità decisionali delle istituzioni coinvolte e rafforza reti scientifiche e partnership tra Europa e Africa. Il progetto contribuisce agli SDGs su disuguaglianze, comunità sostenibili, istituzioni solide e partnership globali.
SUBLIME – SDGs Unite Border communities as Leaders of Inclusiveness, Mobilisation and Empowerment
SUBLIME aims to support local authorities in raising awareness about global interdependencies, gender equality, and sustainability in EU border towns and islands. It focuses on empowering citizens, promoting climate actions, and fostering gender equality. The project builds on past initiatives and partnerships to enhance SDG-focused policy-making and inclusive societies.
Rural Voices 2030: engaging young rural European citizens in a gender responsive approach to soil protection
The ‘Rural voices’ project, involving 12 organizations across 14 European countries, operates in rural communities by experimenting with a new learning-centered approach for non-formal education in rural areas. It will engage 21 million young European rural citizens, locally and globally, in sustainable development efforts within their communities. PuntoSud will handle the financial support management.