Kickstart Your EU Funding Journey
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Guided Online Learning Programme

Kickstart Your EU Funding Journey

Get Ready to Access EU Project Funding

Getting into EU funding doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.

Join the new edition – with live support from 19 November to 9 December 2025

Are you curious about how EU funding works – and whether it could support your organisation’s next project?

Kickstart is a compact, guided online learning programme designed for newcomers to EU funding – combining self-paced lessons, practical exercises, and live guidance.

Applying for EU funding is not an easy endeavor, especially if you are new to it. However, it will save you lots of time and energy when you start with clarity, structure, and direction to navigate the EU funding landscape. And the best part: it only takes a few focused hours to give you a clear head start.

Whether you’re a nonprofit, a public entity, or any organisation considering a project aimed at solving specific societal challenges, this compact guided online learning programme will help you:

  • Identify relevant EU funding opportunities
  • Understand what it takes to prepare a strong, fundable project proposal
  • Get a clear picture of the EU application process and how proposals are evaluated
  • Have a practical roadmap for preparing your own EU funding application
Register for the course

Questions You’ll Find Answers To

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?

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Is Kickstart Your EU Funding Journey right for me?

The course „Kickstart Your EU funding Journey" is NOT suited if ...

  • You are already highly experienced with EU funding and Calls (this is an introductory course)
  • You are looking for financial support for individual persons, or for start-up funding
  • Your project idea concerns activities outside the EU (external action funding is not covered in this programme)

The course „Kickstart Your EU Funding Journey” is IDEAL for you if ...

  • You have an initial idea (or general direction) for a project you would like to pursue
  • Your organisation would like to launch a new project or activity (which you haven’t started yet)
  • Your organisation is based in the EU

Hello, I’m Astrid,

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.

Astrid Mechel - EU Funding Consulting

Key features

  • Structured modules divided into short, focused video lessons for effective and flexible learning
  • Practical exercises to help you apply what you learn
  • Instant access after booking, with course materials available for at least 12 months

 

Get your questions answered during the LIVE Q&A’s:

  • Welcome & Q&A: Connect with the trainer and fellow participants, and get your first questions answered.
  • Final Q&A & Live Feedback Session: Share your project idea, ask questions, and receive personalised feedback in a supportive space.
    A unique opportunity to explore your next steps with expert guidance.

Special Bonuses – only available for this programme round (starting 19 November 2025):

  • LIVE Masterclass #1: CERV Deep Dive – How Your Organisation Can Access EU Funding for Citizens, Democracy, Equality & Rights Projects
    – incl. Q&A
  • LIVE Masterclass #2: The Easy(ier) Way In – Find and Access Small-Scale EU Funding Opportunities 
    – incl. Q&A + Step-by-Step Small-Scale EU Funding Finder (PDF Guide)
  • Exclusive Resource: Summary of Currently Open EU Calls for Proposals in the Social Field (PDF Guide)

What previous participants are saying

“This helped me identify which EU programmes fit our work.”
“Comprehensive, practical, and full of valuable insights.”
“Made EU funding feel more achievable - and much less overwhelming.”
“Brought structure and clarity to a complex topic.”

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Programme fee: 147 € (excl. VAT)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: I’m not sure if my project would qualify for EU funding at all - how can I know before registering for the programme?

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.

Q: When will the live sessions take place?

A: The live session dates and times are:

Welcome & First Live Q&A on Wednesday, 19 November 18:00–19:00 CET

Masterclass 1 - CERV Deep Dive on Tuesday, 25 November 12h30-14h00 CET

Masterclass 2 - The Easy(ier) Way In: Find and Access Small-Scale EU Funding Opportunities on Thursday, 4 December 12h30 – 14h00 CET

Final Q&A & Live Feedback Session on Tuesday, 9 December 18h00-19h00 CET

Q: What if I can’t attend one or more of the live sessions?

A: No problem! All live sessions will be recorded and uploaded to the course platform shortly after each event, so you can watch the replays anytime.

Q: I’m not particularly interested in the CERV programme. Is the CERV Masterclass still relevant for me?

A: Yes! While the session focuses on the CERV programme, the application approach and structure are transferable to many other EU funding programmes - you’ll still gain valuable insights into how the process works across different EU programmes.

Any other questions? Don’t hesitate to get in touch and I’ll get back to you asap!

Key Terminologies – Application Guidance

Impact, Outcome & Co: Your Compact Guide to avoiding mixing up these 10 fundamental EU funding terminologies and addressing them correctly in your proposal

EU funding key terminologies guidance booklet

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?

Get your free compact guide

Online Workshop on 6 November!

Getting Started with EU Funding

Find and apply for EU Calls for Proposals for your project idea
Workshop getting started with EU funding

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.

Find out more

EU Funding Checklist

Does my project idea meet the requirements for EU funding?

Checklist EU fundable

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.

Get your checklist

Online Workshop

Applying for EU Project Funding
EU Proposal writing workshop

Interactive and step-by-step EU Proposal Writing Workshop

On 6 February 2025 from 13h00-16h30

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