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

September 24, 2025 (17:00 Brussels time)

€25,000 prize per award category; one-time award

Recognizes outstanding volunteer contributions by individuals or organizations that promote community engagement and inclusivity in sports.

--- ## Description This award honors individuals or organizations that have demonstrated exceptional commitment and impact through volunteer work in the field of sports. The initiative aims to celebrate dedication, leadership, and the positive influence of volunteers in fostering community engagement, inclusivity, and the overall development of sports at all levels across Europe. The award highlights the crucial role of volunteers in shaping the future of sports and inspiring positive change in their communities. --- ## Due Dates - Application opening: June 11, 2025 - Application deadline: September 24, 2025 (17:00 Brussels time) - Evaluation period: October 2025 – March 2026 - Notification to applicants: March 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - €25,000 prize per award category (single-stage, one-time award) - The funding is provided as a prize and not as a grant for project implementation. --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals and organizations that have carried out sport activities with outstanding volunteer contributions. - Eligible countries: As specified in 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) (typically EU Member States and associated countries). - Applicants must demonstrate significant impact in supporting, developing, or promoting sports through volunteerism. - Additional eligibility details, including exclusions and admissibility conditions, are outlined in sections 5–7 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-VOLUNTEERING?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=3&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - The application form and requirements are detailed in Part B of the Application Form (available upon starting submission). - Proposals must adhere to page limits and formatting rules as described in the call documentation. - Only one submission per applicant is allowed for each award category. - Evaluation criteria and scoring are described in section 9 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). --- ## Additional Information - The award is part of the ERASMUS+ Sport Awards 2025. - A technical issue with the application form was resolved on June 17, 2025; applicants should use the latest template available on the portal. - The award is a recognition prize and does not fund future projects. --- ## External Links - [Call and application details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-SPORT-2025-EU-AWARDS-VOLUNTEERING?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) - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal FAQ](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/faq) - [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Call-specific support | [eacea-sport@ec.europa.eu](mailto:eacea-sport@ec.europa.eu) | | IT/Portal support | [IT Helpdesk Contact Form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) |

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