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

Expected: April 2026

Typically multi-million euro awards for collaborative projects; duration and budgets vary by proposal.

Supports projects that advance the European Research Area by fostering collaboration and strengthening research and innovation systems across Europe.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, part of the Horizon Europe programme managed by the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation under the European Commission, aims to support initiatives that drive forward the European Research Area (ERA). The call focuses on widening participation and supporting activities that contribute to a more interconnected, effective, and resilient European research and innovation landscape. The grant is designed to encourage collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the development of robust research and innovation systems across Europe. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated call opening: January 2026 - Anticipated proposal deadline: April 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Award amounts are typically in the multi-million euro range, depending on the scale and scope of the proposed project. - Funding supports collaborative, multi-partner projects usually lasting several years. --- ## Eligibility - Open to consortia of organizations from EU Member States and Associated Countries. - Eligible applicants include research institutions, universities, public bodies, private sector entities, and non-governmental organizations. - Proposals generally require multiple partners from different eligible countries. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-WIDERA-2025-06-ERA-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Registration on the portal is required for all consortium partners. - Detailed call documents and guidance will be available when the call officially opens. - Proposals are evaluated through a competitive peer review process. --- ## Additional Information - The call is part of the Horizon Europe “Widening Participation and Strengthening the European Research Area” (WIDERA) work programme. - Emphasis is placed on projects that foster cross-border cooperation, best practice sharing, and capacity building. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal – Call Page](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-WIDERA-2025-06-ERA-01?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission – Horizon Europe Overview](https://commission.europa.eu/research-and-innovation/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe_en) - [How to Participate – EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/how-to-participate/1) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Portal Helpdesk | [Helpdesk & support](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) |

Rolling out the ERA Policy Agenda results

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