Opens 1 June 2027Startups and SMEs

Enhancing the involvement of philanthropic organisations in innovation ecosystems

In short

This is a Coordination and Support Action under Horizon Europe. The budget is €6 million for about 6 grants of €1 million each. It is paid as a lump sum, so you report results instead of costs. Submission opens on 1 June 2027. Deadline: 15 September 2027. Startups and SMEs can apply.

What the call wants to achieve

  • Increase the collaboration of philanthropic organisations with higher education institutions, TTOs, innovative companies and Venture Capital (VCs) in supporting innovative projects and companies to develop and grow
  • Support the transition of academic research and innovations from higher education institutions to market-ready solutions.

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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