New Call for Proposals: €8.6 Million for Creative Tech in Europe
August 12, 2026
Good news for the European cultural and creative industries: EIT Culture & Creativity is launching a new call for proposals for creative tech startups and scale-ups. The initiative is seeking innovative companies in the fields of architecture, audiovisual media, and fashion that want to expand their market position and take the next step in their growth.
Through the Shape Acceleration and Scale Post-Acceleration programs, grants of up to 100,000 euros and 500,000 euros, respectively, are available. The financial support is complemented by a six-month acceleration program featuring coaching, investor matchmaking, and access to EIT Culture & Creativity’s Europe-wide network.
The application deadline is October 12, 2026.