From April 21, 2025, Estonian apartment associations can apply for state support aimed at improving their preparedness for crisis situations such as power outages, heating failures, or disruptions in water supply. The grant is managed by the State Shared Service Centre (RTK) in cooperation with the Ministry of the Interior.

Purpose and Conditions

The purpose of the grant is to improve the resilience and crisis readiness of apartment associations. The support covers 100% of eligible costs, up to a maximum of €10,000 per association. Applications are accepted from April 21 until November 30, 2025, or until the allocated budget is exhausted.

What Can Be Funded?

The grant can be used for a range of crisis preparedness improvements, including:

• Purchase of emergency power generators or other vital equipment
• Preparation of crisis plans and conducting trainings
• Improvement of communications systems and other critical infrastructure

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the e-support environment. RTK recommends carefully planning the necessary activities and budget before applying to ensure successful implementation of the project.

Additional Context

According to the Ministry of the Interior, this initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance community resilience in light of increasingly frequent disruptions. In an earlier announcement, Minister Lauri Läänemets emphasized that, "The state wants to support housing associations in becoming more capable of dealing with crises on their own."

This support is an important opportunity for apartment associations to strengthen safety and self-sufficiency for their residents. Early preparation is encouraged to make full use of the available funding.