[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

September 24, 2025 (17:00 Brussels time)

€25,000 (prize award; single-stage competition)

Recognises organisations for outstanding initiatives that promote physical activity and healthier lifestyles in educational, workplace, or community settings.

--- ## Description This award, part of the #BeActive EU Sport Awards, honours organisations with impactful initiatives that have significantly promoted physical activity across diverse environments such as schools, workplaces, non-formal learning settings, and local communities. The prize aims to celebrate and inspire efforts that encourage people of all ages to integrate movement into their daily lives, thereby fostering a more active and healthier society. The focus is on recognising the transformative influence of physical activity on individuals and communities. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: September 24, 2025, 17:00 (Brussels time) - Call publication: June 4, 2025 - Opening date for submissions: June 11, 2025 - Evaluation period: October 2025 – March 2026 - Notification to applicants: March 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - Total prize: €25,000 (single-stage award) - This is a non-renewable, one-time prize awarded to the winning organisation. --- ## Eligibility - Open to organisations (not individuals) that have implemented sport or physical activity initiatives with significant impact. - Eligible settings include: - Education and training establishments - Non-formal learning environments - Workplaces - Local communities - Eligible countries and further details are specified in [Section 6 of the Call Document](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/wp-call/2025/call-fiche_erasmus-sport-2025-eu-awards_en.pdf). --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-SPORT-2025-EU-AWARDS-PHYSICAL-ACTIVITY?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=3&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Follow the instructions in the portal and ensure compliance with the proposal page limits and layout described in the application form. - Refer to the [Call Document](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/wp-call/2025/call-fiche_erasmus-sport-2025-eu-awards_en.pdf) for detailed requirements, admissibility, and evaluation criteria. --- ## Additional Information - The award is part of the ERASMUS2027 programme. - The process is single-stage; only one submission per applicant is allowed. - Proposals are evaluated based on their impact, innovation, and effectiveness in promoting physical activity. - The application template was updated on June 17, 2025; applicants must use the latest version available on the portal. --- ## External Links - [Funding & Tenders Portal: Award Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-SPORT-2025-EU-AWARDS-PHYSICAL-ACTIVITY?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=3&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Call Document (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/wp-call/2025/call-fiche_erasmus-sport-2025-eu-awards_en.pdf) - [General FAQ](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/faq) - [Online Submission Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) --- ## Contact Information | Topic | Details | |----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [European Commission Contact](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Call-specific Email | [eacea-sport@ec.europa.eu](mailto:eacea-sport@ec.europa.eu) | | IT Helpdesk | [Portal IT Helpdesk Contact Form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | ---

#BeActive-EU-SPORT-AWARDS – Physical activity

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