Background The LIFE programme introduced action grants for capacity-building projects for the 2014-2017 funding period. These are projects designed to build Member States' capacity to participate more effectively in the LIFE Programme. Specifically, these projects propose interventions to develop the capacity to submit successful applications for funding for projects under the sub-programmes for Environment and Climate Action. Member States that meet the criteria may each receive funding of up to one million euros for one capacity-building project. Only national level public bodies responsible for implementation of LIFE in an eligible Member State in the European Union may apply for capacity-building projects. Objectives The GR LTF project aims to enhance the capacity of the LIFE National Contact Point (NCP) in Greece to provide appropriate information, training and guidance to national, regional and local stakeholders involved in the preparation and implementation of LIFE projects. In particular, the project seeks to improve the quality and quantity of proposals for LIFE funding. GR LTF will ensure the effective dissemination of LIFE project results and networking activities through the organisation of seminars, workshops and other activities that involve the exchange of experience, knowledge and good practice within the EU. The purpose is to increase the leverage effect and the EU added value of the LIFE Programme in Greece, and to minimise the submission of underdeveloped proposals to reduce unnecessary costs both for the country and the EU. Expected results: An operational help-desk and Internet platform dealing with LIFE project applicants' administrative, financial and technical difficulties; A database compiling information on nature conservation and biodiversity, and a database concerning environmental and climate change information, stemming from the corresponding projects and other studies; An operational, well-designed website, supporting potential applicants; Technical assistance for public bodies implementing LIFE projects; Organisation of regional and national workshops and meetings; Production of training brochures and Best Practice Guides; Promotion of networking with other LIFE NCPs and integrated LIFE projects; Collaboration with management authorities of Structural Funds; and Strategy for the after-LIFE support of project results and interventions. An operational help-desk and internet platform dealing with the applicants’ administrative, financial and technical difficulties; A database compiling information of nature conservation and biodiversity interest as well as a database of project results related to environmental and climate change information; Promotion of networking with other LIFE national contact points and integrated LIFE projects; Technical assistance for public bodies implementing projects; Collaboration with Management Authorities in charge of Structural Funds; Strategy for the after-LIFE support of project results and interventions.