FELCOS Umbria

What FELCOS Umbria does

FELCOS Umbria is an Italian non-profit association of municipalities and territorial entities, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Foligno (Umbria). It functions as a shared-service platform that aggregates the capacity of 22+ member municipalities (including Perugia, Foligno, Gubbio, Todi, Spoleto, Narni, Orvieto, Città di Castello, and others), the Provincia di Perugia, the Unione dei Comuni del Trasimeno, and ANCI Umbria to deliver sustainable development, international cooperation, and participatory governance programs that no single small municipality could execute independently.

The organization operates across four functional areas: international development cooperation and territorial partnerships (30+ projects completed in 19 countries worldwide and 18 in Europe since 2007, including ENSAMN on Rodrigues Island, Rural Voices 2030, THE Net in Malawi, and programs in Kazakhstan, Cambodia, Iraq, Turkey, and other geographies); sustainable local development and participatory processes (supporting municipalities on Agenda 2030 localization, PNRR/Zone sociali access, and the Rete Umbra per lo Sviluppo Sostenibile funded by MASE); education for sustainability (~145 Umbrian schools and ~5,000 students engaged); and communication/awareness (InfoFELCOS quarterly magazine, Stazione Parlante live podcast, AGORÀ participatory game methodology). Revenue is derived from EU-funded project grants (Erasmus+, DEAR, AMIF), national/regional government mandates (MASE, Regione Umbria), and annual membership fees from municipal members. The organization is governed by a Board composed of mayors and councilors from member municipalities, with operational management led by Director Massimo Porzi.

Name

FELCOS Umbria

Legal name

FELCOS Umbria

Website

https://felcos.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

FELCOS Umbria is a non-profit association of 22+ Italian municipalities headquartered in Foligno, delivering international cooperation projects, Agenda 2030 localization, sustainability education, and EU-funded territorial development programs across Umbria and 19 partner countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International Development Cooperation and Sustainable Development Services

NAICS

Administration of Conservation Programs (92412)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Climate Change Mitigation/Adaptation & Natural Resource Management Technical Assistance (BPADAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Environmental Education, Capacity Building & Community Engagement (BPADALAO), Climate Adaptation & Resilience Programs (BPADALAD)

Keywords

• International development cooperation
• Sustainable local development
• Participatory governance services
• EU project management
• Global citizenship education

Headquarters

HQ city

Foligno, Pg

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. EU-Funded Project Grants: FELCOS serves as lead or consortium partner on EU-funded programmes (Erasmus+, DEAR, AMIF, etc.) and receives direct grant funding for international development and cooperation projects. This represents the primary revenue stream, funding activities in countries across 5 continents.
2. National and Regional Government Contracts: FELCOS receives funding and mandates from Italian national ministries (e.g., Ministero dell'Ambiente e della Sicurezza Energetica) and Regione Umbria for technical assistance, sustainable development strategy support, and PNRR-related activities. This includes mandates to support 'Zone sociali' in accessing European recovery funds.
3. Member Municipality Fees: FELCOS collects annual membership fees (quote associative) from municipal members. The fees fund governance activities and association operations. Fee schedules are documented in the 'Quote Associative' document published on the website.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

FELCOS Umbria is a non-profit association of municipalities and territorial entities that provides technical assistance, international development cooperation project management, participatory governance facilitation, EU funding access support, and sustainability education. Its core offerings include the AGORÀ participatory game methodology, the InfoFELCOS quarterly magazine, the Stazione Parlante live podcast format, the Forum dei Giovani per la Sostenibilità, and a portfolio of EU-funded international cooperation projects (Rural Voices 2030, ECO-A, ENSAMN, SAFE FUTURE, ReHouseIn, THE Net).

Product overview

FELCOS Umbria is an Association of Local Authorities for Sustainable Development and International Cooperation. The organization does not operate a unified software product but rather implements a portfolio of projects and programs organized across four main operational areas: International Cooperation and Territorial Partnerships, Sustainable Local Development, Education for Sustainability, and Communication/Information/Awareness. Key offerings include AGORÀ (a participatory game tool for policy-making), Stazione Parlante (live podcast initiative), InfoFELCOS (magazine publication), the Forum dei Giovani per la Sostenibilità (youth engagement forum), and multiple European/international projects including Rural Voices 2030, ECO-A, THE Net, ENSAMN, SAFE FUTURE, and ReHouseIn. The organization also provides technical assistance to Umbrian municipalities and produces in-house multimedia content for communication purposes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• InfoFELCOS: The organization's magazine/publication
• Stazione Parlante
• Forum dei Giovani per la Sostenibilità
• AGORÀ

Products and services

• Forum dei Giovani per la Sostenibilità Regional youth forum engaging young people in Umbria in sustainability policies through participatory processes, forums, and youth-driven initiatives contributing to Youth Voluntary Review and Agenda 2030 localization.
• AGORÀ per lo Sviluppo Sostenibile A participatory role-playing and board game tool that puts participants in scenarios involving social, environmental, and economic issues, designed to make policy-building processes accessible, concrete, and engaging for citizens and youth.
• Stazione Parlante Live podcast initiative featuring radio broadcasts, dialogues, music, and storytelling held in public spaces to collect voices, experiences, and testimonies from communities on sustainability topics.
• InfoFELCOS Magazine Quarterly magazine published in PDF format covering FELCOS activities, projects, sustainability topics, and developments from member municipalities across Umbria.
• Rete Umbra per lo Sviluppo Sostenibile Network project funded by MASE and implemented by Regione Umbria in collaboration with FELCOS and ANCI Umbria to localize the Regional Sustainable Development Strategy through new governance and participation tools.
• Rural Voices 2030 European project under the DEAR programme promoting new forms of participation and narratives for rural areas, engaging young rural European citizens in gender-responsive approaches to soil protection.
• ECO-A - Transforming Eco-Anxiety into Ecological Awareness, Art and Action Erasmus+ project transforming eco-anxiety into ecological awareness, art, and action through eco-art, art therapy, and environmental artistic practices targeting European youth.
• FUTURO IN CORSO Training pathways activating and strengthening youth leadership in sustainable development policies at the regional level in Umbria.
• Umbria Sorprendente Accessible and inclusive tourism project strengthening competencies of tourism operators and Umbrian municipalities to promote sustainable tourism.
• THE Net International cooperation project strengthening governance for female cancer prevention and women's health in Malawi through partnerships with local authorities.
• ENSAMN - Rodrigues Alliance for Participatory Climate Resilience European Union-funded project promoting agroecology, social inclusion, and climate resilience on Rodrigues Island through community nurseries, sustainable agriculture, beekeeping training, and economic development initiatives.
• SAFE FUTURE 36-month European project (2026-2029) funded under the AMIF 2024 programme to strengthen social and digital resilience of communities against disinformation on irregular migration through digital campaigns, workshops, and diaspora ambassadors.
• ReHouseIn - Reducing Housing Inequalities in the Green Transition European research project addressing housing inequalities in the green transition, involving 27 European cities to promote eco-friendly, accessible, and inclusive housing models.
• Umbria legale e sicura Support interventions for integration and contrast to labor exploitation in Umbria, targeting migrant and vulnerable populations.
• YES - Youth Engagement for Sustainability Youth engagement initiative for sustainability with a dedicated podcast section for collecting voices, stories, and experiences from young people across Umbria.
• TANTO DIPENDE DA NOI Communication campaign dedicated to all areas of sustainability with multimedia content production and awareness initiatives targeting Italian audiences.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30+ international projects completed across 19 countries worldwide and 18 in Europe since 2007
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Regione UmbriacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegione Umbria is the primary institutional partner for FELCOS's domestic work. Together with ANCI Umbria, FELCOS implements 'Rete Umbra per lo Sviluppo Sostenibile', funded by the Ministero dell'Ambiente e della Sicurezza Energetica, to localize the Regional Sustainable Development Strategy. FELCOS also supports 'Zone sociali' in accessing PNRR funds under a joint mandate with Regione Umbria.
• ANCI Umbria (Associazione Nazionale Comuni Italiani - Umbria)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerANCI Umbria is both an institutional member and key strategic partner. It co-implements regional sustainable development projects with FELCOS, including joint technical assistance for PNRR access and governance support for member municipalities.
• United Nations / UNDPflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFELCOS has collaborated with the United Nations and UNDP in the context of international development projects. FELCOS participated in the HLPF 2026 at UN headquarters in New York, presenting the AGORÀ participatory tool and the Forum dei Giovani per la Sostenibilità experience. UNDP's logo appears on FELCOS's website footer.
• European UnionflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe European Union is a major funder and strategic partner, providing grants through programmes including Erasmus+, DEAR, and AMIF. Key EU-funded projects include ENSAMN (Rodrigues Island), Rural Voices 2030 (DEAR programme), and SAFE FUTURE (AMIF). FELCOS has collaborated with EU institutions in over 30 international projects.
• CESAR Umbria – Centro per lo Sviluppo Agricolo e RuralecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCESAR Umbria is a consortium partner in the ENSAMN project (Rodrigues Alliance for Participatory Climate Resilience and Socio-Economic Inclusion). CESAR contributed agronomist Fabio Primavera to the June–July 2026 mission to Rodrigues Island for verification of pilot actions and technical collaboration with local partners.
• RIDS – Rete Italiana Disabilità e SviluppocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRIDS is a consortium partner in the ENSAMN project, contributing expertise on disability and development. The partnership addresses inclusive development within the broader sustainable development cooperation framework.
• Care-CominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCare-Co is a consortium partner in the ENSAMN project, contributing to the alliance for participatory climate resilience and socio-economic inclusion on Rodrigues Island.
• AREF – Association Rodrigues Entreprendre au FéminincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAREF is the Rodrigues-based partner managing the Boutique Solidaire initiative under ENSAMN, which sells essential products at reduced prices for disadvantaged families, and runs a micro-enterprise incubation and mentoring programme for women, youth, and vulnerable groups.
• REFG – Groupe pour l'Environnement de RodriguescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerREFG is the Rodrigues-based environmental partner in the ENSAMN consortium, contributing local knowledge and implementation capacity for climate resilience and environmental sustainability activities on the island.
• Tera Map (Turkey)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTera Map is a Turkish startup founded by Ela Baglama, hosted at FELCOS through the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs programme. The collaboration aims to develop Tera Map Italia, exploring international programmes, youth initiatives, and cultural regeneration of urban spaces. Tera Map has already reached over 25,000 young people and supported 38 teams in Istanbul.
• Politecnico di MilanominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessor Massimo Bricocoli of Politecnico di Milano organized the ReHouseIn project workshop held in Assisi. ReHouseIn (Reducing Housing Inequalities in the Green Transition) involves 27 European cities and examines how ecological transition interacts with housing rights and social equity.
• Ministero dell'Ambiente e della Sicurezza Energetica (MASE)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMASE is the national ministry providing funding for the 'Rete Umbra per lo Sviluppo Sostenibile' project, implemented by Regione Umbria in collaboration with FELCOS and ANCI Umbria. This is the primary domestic project funding relationship for FELCOS.
• Comune di FolignocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoligno is the primary host municipality for FELCOS and a key partner in multiple projects including Rural Voices 2030 (European DEAR programme), youth initiatives, and the Piazza Piermarini cultural regeneration initiative. The city's Mayor/Assessor participates on FELCOS's Board of Directors.
• Municipal Members (22+ Comuni Umbri)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFELCOS's 22+ ordinary member municipalities (including Perugia, Gubbio, Todi, Narni, Città di Castello, Assisi, Spoleto, Orvieto, and others) are both members/owners and key partners. Mayors and assessors from these municipalities sit on the Board of Directors, shaping FELCOS's strategy and receiving services.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• ANCI - Associazione Nazionale Comuni Italiani: The national association representing all Italian municipalities; comparable to FELCOS as a membership-based association of local authorities, but operating at national scale across all of Italy rather than the Umbria-focused, international-cooperation specialty of FELCOS.
• Legambiente: Major Italian environmental association active in sustainability education, climate policy, and territorial projects. Comparable as a non-profit delivering environmental education and sustainability advocacy in Italy, though operating nationally and with a broader environmental mandate than FELCOS.
• Eurocities: European network of major cities working on urban policy, climate, and EU funding access. Comparable in serving as a membership organization pooling local-government capacity for EU project participation and policy advocacy.
• UCLG - United Cities and Local Governments: Global umbrella organization for local and regional governments, recognized by the UN. Comparable in representing local authorities on global sustainability platforms (including HLPF), with overlapping membership of Italian municipalities engaged in international cooperation.

Regional players

• Slow Food Italia: Italian association promoting sustainable food systems and territorial development. Comparable as a membership-based Italian non-profit combining local-community engagement, sustainability education, and international cooperation, though focused on agri-food rather than multi-sector sustainability.

Direct peers

• Fondazione Italia per il Clima: Italian foundation focused on climate policy and education. Comparable in delivering climate-focused capacity building, sustainability education, and engagement programmes for Italian territorial actors, with similar non-profit governance.
• Cittalia - Fondazione ANCI per lo sviluppo e la coesione: ANCI's foundation focused on training, research, and technical assistance for Italian municipalities. Comparable to FELCOS in its technical-assistance and capacity-building mission for local governments, though with a national rather than regional focus.
• Climate Alliance: European network of municipalities and regions committed to climate protection and Agenda 2030. Comparable as a membership-based local-government association delivering climate-adaptation, education, and territorial sustainability projects funded by EU programmes.
• ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability: Global network of local and regional governments committed to sustainable development. Comparable to FELCOS in serving as a membership association of local authorities working on Agenda 2030, climate, and sustainability, though at global scale.
• ANCI Umbria: Regional branch of ANCI serving Umbrian municipalities; a core strategic partner of FELCOS and structurally identical as an association of local authorities in the same geography. Functions as both peer and partner in co-implementing PNRR-related and sustainability projects.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@felcosumbria
• Facebookfacebook.com/FELCOSUmbria
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/felcos-umbria
• Instagraminstagram.com/felcos_umbria

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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