Participants receive funding of up to 10 000 EUR + travel budget, access to individual coaching and in-person training,
connections with vital industry partners and resources and are able to engage with major innovation hubs across Europe. With the help of mentors, they develop their business plan, improve their soft skills and prepare for pitching to investors at the grand finale.

In addition to the main prizes, there are special prizes: 2 500 EUR for the best team from the Western Balkans, 2 500 EUR for the best team from the EU’s outermost regions, 2 500 EUR for the best team from Ukrain and 2 500 EUR for the best team with ideas in line with the New European Bauhaus initiative.

Applications are open to candidates from EU Member States, Horizon Europe Associated Countries and selected regions such as Moldova, Albania and Kosovo.

Applications are open until 8 May 2026.