The company "Monteput" doo allocated at least 1.739.113,12 euros for donations and sponsorships in 2025, according to data from submitted decisions and contracts. The support was directed at sports, education, healthcare, institutions, but also individuals who needed help for treatment, schooling and professional development.
The largest portion of the funds, 1.345.601,01 euros, is directed towards sports associations, clubs and sports organizations, while a smaller portion is allocated for health, educational and other socially beneficial purposes, as well as direct assistance to citizens.
A total of 380.000 euros was allocated to sports federations and national sports organizations. Among the largest individual amounts, the following stand out: the Basketball Federation of Montenegro (50.000 euros), the Judo Federation of Montenegro (50.000), the Karate Federation of Montenegro (30.000), the Volleyball Federation of Montenegro (30.000), the Water Polo and Swimming Federation of Montenegro (120.000), the Student Sports Federation of Montenegro (20.000), the Paralympic Committee of Montenegro (30.000) and the Montenegrin Olympic Committee, which received a donation of 50.000 euros.
These funds were intended for the organization of the work of the federation, participation in international competitions and the development of representative teams.
Of particular note is the sponsorship of the Basketball Club “Budućnost” of one million euros, which is the largest single item in the documents. In addition, significant funds were also received by numerous football, handball, volleyball and other clubs throughout Montenegro.
The support was focused on the organization and operation of clubs, competitions in the country and abroad, the development of younger categories, the purchase of equipment and infrastructure...
5.000 euros were allocated for individuals, athletes and citizens who needed support for training and participation in competitions.
These funds include support for music education (purchase of instruments), professional development, and participation in international sports competitions.
A total of 2.300 euros was allocated to help citizens with medical treatment and difficult life situations. The donations were aimed at treating serious illnesses and medical interventions abroad.
Around 6.212,11 euros were directed to healthcare institutions (procurement of medical equipment), educational institutions and projects, police and security services, non-governmental organizations and socially beneficial projects.
In accordance with internal regulations and the law
"Monteput" emphasizes that the allocation of sponsorships, donations and assistance is carried out in accordance with the company's current internal acts and the legal framework. This state-owned company emphasizes that funds from profits are distributed by decision of the Government of Montenegro, in accordance with prescribed procedures, while funds planned in the company's financial plan are allocated based on received requests, with decisions made at the executive management level.
They emphasize that each request is considered individually, in relation to available funds, justification and social significance of the initiative.
"When considering applications, 'Monteput' is guided by the principles of social responsibility, the relevance of the project to the community, as well as its broader social impact. Special attention is paid to initiatives that contribute to community development, the promotion of healthy lifestyles, support for young people and the improvement of the quality of life of citizens. Also, available funds are taken into account, as well as the large number of applications received during the year, which affects the dynamics and scope of support," they said in "Monteput".
Explaining the fact that "Monteput" allocated 1.611.192,01 euros for sports through donations, and 2.820 euros for healthcare, for example, they point out that data for 2025 indicate that a significant portion of funds is directed towards sports, which represents one of the company's strategic commitments in the area of corporate social responsibility.
Investing in sports, Monteput claims, contributes to improving public health, youth development, social cohesion, and the promotion of the country through the international successes of athletes and the organization of significant events.
They add that part of the allocation in the field of sports also stems from strategic initiatives and decisions at the state level, aimed at supporting the most important sports teams and their international ambitions, which can affect the overall structure of allocated funds in one year.
"At the same time, it is important to emphasize that significant investments have been made in the healthcare system in previous years, including support for healthcare institutions through the purchase of equipment and support for projects of public importance. All initiatives of healthcare institutions submitted to 'Monteput' in 2025 were considered with special attention and supported to the greatest extent possible, in accordance with available funds," explains "Monteput".
In addition to institutional support, according to them, "Monteput" continuously provides assistance to individuals for treatment, based on submitted medical documentation and an assessment of social vulnerability.
Additionally, during 2025, support was provided for social protection and poverty prevention programs, in cooperation with the Red Cross of Montenegro, which further confirmed a broader social approach to responsible business.
When asked whether they consider it socially responsible behavior for one of the largest state-owned companies to allocate 2.820 euros per year for donations to education, the company stated that "support for education is not reflected exclusively through individual donations recorded in the required categories."
"'Monteput' continuously invests in the development of youth through the scholarship program for students of the University of Montenegro, for which an annual budget of 9.000 euros has been allocated. We would like to emphasize that 'Monteput' was one of the initiators of a broader student support program, implemented in cooperation with the University of Montenegro and other socially responsible companies," Monteput points out.
In addition, the company explains, the company actively contributes to education through the organization of study visits for high school students and students, enabling them to learn about the work and importance of infrastructure systems, which we consider an important segment of informal education and professional orientation of young people.
"'Monteput' remains committed to the principles of socially responsible business, striving to respond, within the available resources, to the large number of requests coming from various areas of society."
The data for the text "The news was obtained using the MANS application "Ask institutions".
CGES allocated at least 153.500 euros
According to the contracts and decisions contained in the submitted document, the Montenegrin Electricity Transmission System (CGES) allocated at least 153.500 euros for donations and sponsorships in 2025. This amount does not include funds from a contract with an anonymous FK motorist, as the amount is not legible in the available part of the document.
The largest portion of the money went to sports. A total of 40.000 euros were allocated to sports federations and representative sports organizations, of which 35.000 euros went to the Paralympic Committee of Montenegro and 5.000 euros to the Montenegrin national team in mini-football. Another 27.000 euros were allocated to sports clubs, through the support of several clubs from Podgorica, Kolašin, Sutomore, Tuzi and Ulcinj.
In addition to sports, CGES has also funded projects in the fields of health, education and social protection, including support to the Faculty of Electrical Engineering of the University of Montenegro, primary and secondary schools, the Podgorica Nursing Home, health centers in Podgorica and Kolašin, the Berane Clinical Hospital Center, as well as the Montenegrin Red Cross.
In the visible part of the documentation, there are no clearly stated amounts for individuals and citizens who needed assistance for treatment, education, sports training, and participation in competitions, except for the aforementioned anonymized contract, the amount of which is not legible.
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