Europe's core grant streams, decoded

Youth, VET, KA1 & KA2 mobility and cooperation

Who

Individuals (13–30), schools, universities, NGOs

• 100% covered travel & accommodation
• Daily allowances
• Capacity building partnerships (KA2/KA220)

Fully funded volunteering across Europe

Who

Young individuals aged 18–30

• 2–12 months volunteering
• Pocket money, food & lodging
• Insurance & travel included

Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs

Cross-border exchange with experienced host entrepreneurs

Who

Aspiring/new entrepreneurs (no age limit) & host SMEs

• 1–6 months exchange abroad
• €560–€1,100 monthly stipend
• Mentoring by a host SME

Horizon Europe (EIC & Cascade)

Deep-tech grants, equity and cascade micro-grants

Who

Deep-tech startups, SMEs, research entities

• Up to €2.5M non-dilutive grant
• Up to €15M equity
• Cascade micro-grants €50k–€150k

Environment, climate action & circular economy

Who

Green SMEs, NGOs, municipalities

• Circular economy & climate projects
• Biodiversity & nature
• Clean energy transition

Creative Europe

Culture & MEDIA strands

Who

Artists, cultural NGOs, filmmakers, game developers

• Culture Moves Europe grants €350–€3,000
• European co-production grants
• Audience & distribution support

CERV

Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values

Who

Civil society NGOs, municipalities, equality advocates

• Human rights & democratic engagement
• Daphne violence prevention calls
• Town twinning & networks