HORIZON – New European Bauhaus

HORIZON – Bottom-up Social Entrepreneurship

Deadline

12 November 2025 – 17:00 CET

Brief Description

This Horizon Europe call supports at least three bottom-up social entrepreneurship initiatives across EU Member or Associated States. Projects should identify and address local barriers—social, economic, cultural, regulatory, or legal—while assessing each pilot’s business model and investment potential. The aim is to foster community collaboration, social cohesion, and co-creation in neighborhood development, in line with the New European Bauhaus (NEB) values of sustainability, inclusiveness, and aesthetics.

Target Audience

Mandatory public-private, place-based partnerships that include social sciences and humanities (SSH) experts. Interdisciplinary collaboration is essential.

Objectives of the Call

• Promote local social entrepreneurship through bottom-up approaches

• Strengthen community-driven innovation and cohesion

• Address systemic barriers to inclusive, sustainable business

• Align with New European Bauhaus principles and values

Available Funds

Total Budget: €12,000,000

• Up to 4 projects funded under this call

• Multi-country participation required

Deadlines and Procedures

Deadline for proposal submission is 12 November 2025 at 17:00 CET. Applicants must submit proposals via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, respecting the specific eligibility and evaluation criteria. Proposals must demonstrate robust local engagement, interdisciplinarity, and innovation potential.

Link to the Call

Click here to view the official call page

Support and Consulting

Do you have a project that aligns with the objectives of this call?
The Venetian Cluster team is at your disposal to provide personalized advice, assist you in evaluating your eligibility, and support you in preparing your application.