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

June 25, 2025 (Full application submission deadline, single-stage)

Up to €3,000 total per project; project duration expected until October 31, 2025.

Supports local coding projects in Europe that advance digital skills, diversity in STEM, and community collaboration under the EU Code Week initiative.

--- ## Description This grant is designed to identify and support impactful local coding projects that align with the EU Code Week mission—promoting coding, computational thinking, and digital skills across Europe. The program encourages innovative and scalable activities, supports the integration of coding into educational contexts, and fosters collaboration among community stakeholders. Special emphasis is placed on projects addressing the gender gap and promoting diversity in STEM, particularly enhancing digital skills for young people and girls. --- ## Due Dates - June 25, 2025: Full application submission deadline (single-stage), 23:55 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - Total funding available per project: up to €3,000 - Project duration: expected until October 31, 2025 Funding is awarded based on proposal quality and impact. Only three winners will be selected for this call. --- ## Eligibility - **Who can apply:** - Schools and educational institutions - Libraries and similar institutional entities - Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) - Private organisations and coding clubs - Associations specialized in coding and computational thinking - **Geographic scope:** Selected EU countries, especially those without a dedicated EU Code Week national hub or represented by a regional hub outside the country. - **Project requirements:** - Projects must align with the EU Code Week mission and objectives. - Priority is given to initiatives promoting gender diversity and digital skills for young people, especially girls. - Proposals must include a clear description of activities, expected outcomes, and a plan for community engagement and outreach. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/10761?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) by June 25, 2025, 23:55 Brussels time. - Proposals should include: - Applicant organization information and relevant experience - Description of the initiative, objectives, and expected impact - Implementation plan, timeline, and alignment with EU Code Week - A proposed budget (template provided on the call page) - Required supporting documents (legal declaration, project plan, etc.) - Incomplete applications or those missing required documents will be deemed ineligible. --- ## Additional Information - Only external expertise and services (e.g., consultants, facilitators) are eligible for funding, limited to 20% of the total budget; staff costs/personnel are **not** eligible. - Grant payments are typically structured as an advance upon agreement signature and a final payment upon approval of the final report. - Successful applicants must provide a final report documenting activities, outcomes, and lessons learned. - The selection process is competitive, with proposals evaluated for clarity, feasibility, educational impact, and alignment with program objectives. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal – Call Page](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/10761?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=12&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [EU Code Week Grants for Grassroots – Blog](https://codeweek.eu/blog/grants_for_grassroots_international_call/) - [General EU Code Week Grants Information](https://codeweek.eu/blog/eu-code-week-grants-for-grassroots/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | European Commission | [Contact page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | General Enquiries | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Code4Europe/JA Europe | gunalp@jaeurope.org |

Small grant program for local coding projects within the EU Code Week initiative of the Code4Europe (C4EU) project

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