Are you exploring whether EU funding could support your organisation’s next project – but unsure where to begin?
Kickstart is a compact, self-study course created for professionals who are new to EU funding and aim to get a clear, realistic starting point. Instead of piecing information together on your own, you’ll gain a structured understanding of how EU funding works and what is actually expected from applicants.
You’ll learn how EU funding priorities translate into programmes, how proposals are assessed, and how to align your project idea with the right funding schemes – so you can move forward with direction rather than guesswork.
Whether you work in a nonprofit organisation, a public entity, or another organisation addressing societal challenges, this practice-oriented introduction to EU funding helps you:
By the end of the course, you’ll be better equipped to decide which ideas are worth pursuing, which partnerships make sense, and how to invest your time and energy more effectively as you begin your EU funding journey.
Could my project idea receive EU funding?
What are the basic requirements and how do I check eligibility?
Where can I find open Calls for Proposals?
What does an EU grant application involve?
How does the selection process for EU projects work?
How much effort and planning does a proposal require?
I’ve been working in EU funding and policy for over 20 years, supporting organisations in obtaining grants across various fields – from social inclusion and environmental sustainability to research and innovation.
Through workshops, training, and hands-on proposal writing support, I’ve helped many small and medium-sized entities – including nonprofits, public bodies, and research organisations – to secure EU grants.
This course brings together what I’ve learned over the years in a structured, accessible, and practical way, designed especially for those who are just getting started.
Key features
A: If you are unsure whether your project could be eligible for EU funding, you can first consult the free-of-charge EU Fundability Checklist. It’s a quick way to assess whether your idea fits within EU funding priorities - and if you’re still unsure, feel free to contact me directly for guidance.
A: You will have access to the course and all its materials for at least 12 months - possibly longer (until the end of 2027)
A: If you have questions during the course, you can get support by email or by booking a 20-minute Zoom call.
Any other questions? Don’t hesitate to get in touch and I’ll get back to you asap!
Key Terminologies – Application Guidance
This guidance compares and compare and clarifies the 10 key terminologies within an EU funding application. How should you address them in your proposal, and what kind of information belongs to which one of them?
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