Rising Innovators category
In short
This call offers Recognition Prize under Horizon Europe. The budget is €100,000 for about 3 grants of €20,000 to €50,000 each. Deadline: 1 December 2026. Startups and SMEs can apply.
What the call wants to achieve
- The prize will boost public awareness of the potential, importance and contribution of women to the EU innovation ecosystem and create strong role models, inspiring more women to become innovators themselves.
Source: EU Funding & Tenders Portal, © European Union, CC BY 4.0, summarised. The official call text and its annexes decide eligibility, budget and deadlines.
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