The third edition of the "Power of the Baltic" program has started

Applications for the third edition of the "Power of the Baltic" program have begun. This is good news for local organizations, institutions, and residents of Łeba who have an idea for a social, educational, cultural, sports, ecological, or tourism project.

This year's grant offers a total of PLN 350,000, which is PLN 120,000 more than last year. Applications can be submitted until June 30, 2026.

The third edition of the "Power of the Baltic" program has started

The "Power of the Baltic" program returns with another edition and an even larger budget. It's a joint initiative of Baltic Power , the company responsible for building the first offshore wind farm in Poland, and the ORLEN Foundation for Pomerania .

The program aims to support local initiatives that have a real impact on the lives of the residents of Łeba and the surrounding area. These include social, educational, environmental, cultural, sports, healthcare, and tourism projects, as well as initiatives that strengthen local community activity.

Applications for the third edition of the program began on May 11, 2026.Due to the significant interest from residents and organizations in previous years, the program's budget has been increased to PLN 350,000. This means greater opportunities and the chance to fund further valuable projects in Łeba.

Who can apply for funding?

Funds under the “Power of the Baltic” may be applied for by, among others:

• foundations,
• associations,
• local government institutions,
• units of the Municipality of Łeba,
• groups of residents acting through authorized entities.

This is important because the program isn't aimed solely at large institutions. Residents who see a need for action in their immediate area but need a formal partner to submit their proposals can also submit their ideas.

What projects can be submitted?

The third edition of the program retains the categories known from previous calls. Funding is available for projects related to the following areas:

• education,
• ecology and environmental protection,
• protection of natural heritage,
• security,
• development of tourism and promotion of Łeba,
• health,
• sport,
• increasing the opportunities of young people on the labor market,
• social activation of seniors,
• culture.

This is a very broad scope, so the program may include events for residents, workshops for children and youth, ecological initiatives, projects for seniors, activities promoting Łeba, as well as projects improving safety or developing local tourism.

Until when can applications be submitted?

Applications for the third edition of the “Power of the Baltic” can be submitted until 30 June 2026 via the form available on the programme website.

Go to the Power of the Baltic program website

The evaluation of submitted projects is expected to be completed by July 24, 2026.The list of projects that will receive funding will be published on the program website at the end of August.

"The Power of the Baltic Sea" and local activities around Łeba

The "Power of the Baltic" program was initiated by Baltic Power in 2024. Since its second edition, it has been co-organized by the ORLEN Foundation for Pomerania, which has allowed for a significant increase in the budget and scale of support.

The initiative is part of neighborly efforts related to the construction and future operation of the Baltic Power offshore wind farm and the operations and service base in Łeba. This allows the local community to benefit not only from the development of a large energy project but also from specific forms of support for initiatives important to residents.

Baltic Power - the first offshore wind farm in Poland

Baltic Power is the most advanced offshore wind farm project in Poland and the first to begin offshore installations. Once completed, the approximately 1.2 GW is expected to generate up to 4 TWh of electricity annually, which is equivalent to approximately 3% of the country's current energy demand.

The farm is located approximately 23 km from the coast, in the Choczewo and Łeba area, and covers an area of ​​approximately 130 km². For Łeba, this means not only the presence of a significant energy investment but also the development of operational facilities and new opportunities for cooperation with the local community.

The ORLEN Foundation for Pomerania supports local communities

The ORLEN for Pomerania Foundation works to develop local communities and protect nature, especially in places where ORLEN Group companies operate.

The Foundation supports social, educational, healthcare, sports, cultural, and environmental projects. It also engages in activities that enhance the safety, social integration, and development of children, youth, and local communities.

A chance for Łeba and local ideas

The third edition of the "Power of the Baltic" is another opportunity for the residents of Łeba to receive real financial support for their good ideas. Therefore, it's worth not leaving your application until the last minute, especially if your project requires further refinement, partner gathering, or preparation of a project brief.

More information about the program, application criteria and recruitment schedule can be found at: mocbaltyku.pl.