SoilTribes | Open Call to Support Initiatives Led by Multi-Actor Teams
Funds creative, cross-sector projects that boost soil literacy and community engagement for soil protection, combining science with arts and public outreach in line with the EU 'Soil Deal' mission.
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Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: October 10, 2025 (Full application submission deadline, 17:00 CET)
Funding Amounts: €25,000 (6 months, small) | €50,000 (9 months, medium) | €100,000 (12 months, large); total call budget €1,750,000
Summary: Supports multi-actor, creative projects to advance soil literacy and community engagement for soil protection in line with the EU "Soil Deal".
Key Information: At least one partner must be from the cultural and creative sector; activities must occur in EU/Horizon Europe countries.
Description
This funding opportunity supports innovative, multi-actor initiatives that foster soil literacy, raise public awareness, and engage communities in soil protection and restoration. Projects must combine expertise from the cultural and creative sectors, soil science, public authorities, education, and citizen groups, translating soil science into impactful and creative actions. Emphasizing multidisciplinary and cross-sectoral collaboration, the call aligns with the European Mission "A Soil Deal for Europe" and the values of the New European Bauhaus (sustainability, inclusion, aesthetics). Eligible activities include communication campaigns, creative events, participatory citizen engagement, and capacity-building, all requiring a strong creative and artistic component.
