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

August 22, 2025 (17:00 Brussels time)

Up to €5,000 per project; funding available for projects implemented in 2025.

Supports grassroots coding projects in Belgium and the Netherlands to promote digital skills and coding among young people as part of EU Code Week.

Administered and awarded by Digitale Wolven; not a direct EU grant.

--- ## Description This grant supports grassroots coding projects in Belgium and the Netherlands that align with the mission of EU Code Week, aiming to promote coding, computational thinking, and digital skills among young people—especially girls. The initiative encourages creative, community-driven projects that empower youth to develop digital competencies and foster an interest in technology. Funding is provided as part of the Code4Europe project, with a focus on impactful local initiatives that make a tangible difference in digital education and inclusion. --- ## Due Dates - Submission deadline: August 22, 2025 (17:00 Brussels time) - Opening date: June 5, 2025 - Project duration: until December 31, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum funding per project: €5,000 - Total available funding: €5,000 for this call - Funding supports short-term, grassroots initiatives to be completed in 2025 --- ## Eligibility - Projects must be implemented in Belgium or the Netherlands. - Focus on young people, particularly girls, developing digital and coding skills. - Open to grassroots organizations, community groups, schools, or individuals with a strong community impact. - Projects must align with the mission of EU Code Week and the Code4Europe initiative. - Only new or ongoing projects with clear, measurable outcomes will be considered. --- ## Application Process - The call for proposals is published locally and promoted through partners. - Applications are submitted via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/11070?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=4&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Proposals are evaluated by a neutral jury of experts. - Selection is managed and funded directly by Digitale Wolven (not by the European Commission). - For further guidance and application materials, visit the [CodeWeek Belgium Small Grants page](https://eucodeweek.be/small-grants-projects/). --- ## Additional Information - This call is not an official EU action; responsibility for the call and funding rests entirely with Digitale Wolven. - The grant is intended to increase visibility and impact of coding activities during EU Code Week. - Preference is given to projects with strong community engagement and potential for scalability or replication. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal: Call Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/11070?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=4&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [CodeWeek Belgium Small Grants Projects](https://eucodeweek.be/small-grants-projects/) - [European Commission (Funder Home)](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |---------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Administering Body | Digitale Wolven ([Small Grants Info](https://eucodeweek.be/small-grants-projects/)) | | Phone (EC) | +32 2 299 11 11 |

Small Grants for Grassroots Coding Projects in Belgium and the Netherlands as part of EU Code Week

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