Finding the right EU funding opportunity and preparing a proposal that meets a Call’s requirements takes time and expertise, whether you are new to EU funding or an experienced university or research institute aiming for a highly competitive Call.
I offer targeted advice, hands-on proposal support and practical training to help you navigate EU funding opportunities and develop a strong proposal for your project idea.
Over 20 years of working with EU policies and projects, I have gained experience with EU funding from different perspectives: writing grant applications myself, advising applicants as a National Contact Point for Horizon Europe, training future applicants and serving as a regular expert evaluator.
Drawing on this experience, I understand the practical challenges organisations face when seeking EU funding and preparing proposals, and I know what evaluators look for when assessing applications against highly competitive Calls. I bring this understanding to my work, helping you navigate EU funding opportunities and develop proposals that meet evaluators’ expectations.
My thematic focus is on projects addressing societal and environmental challenges, particularly within Horizon Europe’s Pillar 2 thematic Clusters, LIFE (Environment and Climate Action) and CERV (Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values).
Get personalised, evaluator-informed support for your Horizon Europe or other EU funding proposal, tailored to your needs and the stage of your application.
Whether you are preparing your first proposal, coordinating a complex consortium application or planning a resubmission, I can help you:
At the concept stage: Assess your project idea and its alignment with the Call requirements.
During drafting: Review, revise and co-write Part B sections to strengthen your proposal against the evaluation criteria.
Before submission: Finalise your Part B and prepare it for upload to the EU Funding & Tenders Portal.
For a resubmission: Address weaknesses identified in previous evaluation feedback and strengthen your proposal accordingly.
I also offer support for reporting requirements during the implementation of EU-funded projects.
Build your EU funding knowledge and practical skills, whether you are just getting started or preparing a competitive proposal. Choose from interactive online workshops, tailor-made seminars for your organisation, and practical courses and guided learning programmes.
Explore your learning options:
Get my best tips for writing successful EU grant applications – plus updates on open calls, key events, and expert insights.
Writing a Horizon Europe proposal? Learn how evaluators assess the Excellence, Impact and Implementation sections, and get practical tips to strengthen them.
Learn how to structure work packages, milestones and deliverables to develop a clear, convincing EU funding proposal that meets EU expectations.
This article provides insights into EU LIFE funding for first-time applicants, including common challenges and key considerations when preparing a proposal.
Online Workshop
Interactive Live Workshop
On 22 May 2025 from 13h00-15h30
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Curious about EU funding and how it could support your next project? Join the new live programme round for a compact and easy-to-follow way to get started with EU funding.
Get the brand new upgraded guidance booklet (free offer):
Your compact guide on how they work and how your organisation can apply for funding
Find out which 10 EU programmes offer grants for projects in the social sector, what the conditions for funding are and how you can apply.
Horizon Europe Toolkit (free resource)
A practical resource designed to help you write with clarity, credibility, and strategic focus – so you can feel confident that your proposal clearly communicates its value to evaluators.
Online Workshop on 6 November!
The workshop “Getting Started with EU Funding” is for participants with no or very limited experience in EU funding. Discover what kind of projects the EU is funding, the requirements and how you can apply for funding in your thematic field.
EU Funding Checklist
Do you have a new project idea and are wondering if EU funding could be available for your project?
This checklist will guide you through the most important questions to be considered when applying for EU project grants and includes some further suggestions how you could adapt your concept to be more in line with EU expectations regarding fundability.
Online Workshop
Interactive and step-by-step EU Proposal Writing Workshop
On 6 February 2025 from 13h00-16h30