THE EUROPEAN INVENTOR NETWORK WELCOMES INNOVATION-FOCUSED PROPOSALS TO EDUCATE AND INSPIRE CHILDREN AND TEENAGERS

The European Inventor Network welcomes innovation-focused proposals with the potential to educate and inspire school children (6-12 years old) and teenagers (13-17 years old). Innovators’ proposals may range from interactive workshops and hands-on activities to entertaining showcases and creative sessions. The goal is to awaken a passion for science, technology and innovation in the next generation. 

Selected proposals will receive grants of EUR 2 000, EUR 4 000 or EUR 6 000, depending on the proposal’s potential impact and outreach. You can find the grant application form through this link. The deadline for the application is 30 June 2025. The Network will contact the successful applicants by September. The selected proposals will be implemented between 1 January 2026 and 31 December 2026. 

The European Inventor Network aims to promote innovation and sustainability among children aged 6 to 18. Through various activities, the Network aims to inspire young minds, while seeking to adhere to one or more of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Since 2023, the Network has supported 48 activities in 17 countries, inspiring over 4000 children. 

If you are in need of additional inspiration, you may listen to the Network’s podcast, in which Network members Richard Palmer and Jose Angel Avila Rodriguez share their testimonials. You can find more information on the rules and criteria here and frequently asked questions here.