Funder: European Commission

Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2026 (Call for Proposals #1) | June 2026 (Call for Proposals #2)

Funding Amounts: Up to €1,700 per team for matchmaking travel; up to €1,000 per team for Grand Final travel; non-dilutive support (reimbursement-based, max two people/team).

Summary: Eight-month acceleration programme supporting EIT alumni-led startups from RIS countries with business development, networking, and sector-specific support.

Key Information: Forecasted call—dates and details subject to change; check program page for updates.