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EU Code Week Grants for Grassroots Digital Innovation (Romania)

Deadline: 31-Jan-2026

The EU Code Week Grants for Grassroots program supports local coding and digital education projects across Europe, promoting computational thinking, programming skills, and STEM inclusion. Grants of €2,500, €1,500, and €1,000 are available for innovative, scalable projects led by schools, NGOs, or programming clubs that align with EU Code Week priorities.

Overview of the Program

  • Purpose: Support local initiatives that strengthen coding, computational thinking, and digital skills among students.

  • Focus on innovation, scalability, and educational impact.

  • Grant funding is reimbursed based on proof of eligible expenses—no advance payments are provided.

Objectives and Priorities

  • Promote coding and computational thinking in educational contexts.

  • Develop digital skills among young people, with emphasis on gender balance and STEM inclusion.

  • Encourage community collaboration, participation, and local engagement.

  • Support projects that are innovative, impactful, and scalable.

Eligible Applicants

  • Primary, middle, and high schools.

  • Non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

  • Programming clubs.

  • Exclusions: Employees of POLITEHNICA Bucharest cannot participate as members or coordinating professors.

  • Applicants must submit a declaration signed by their legal representative confirming participation and compliance.

Grant Details

  • First prize: €2,500

  • Second prize: €1,500

  • Third prize: €1,000

  • Funding is based on full reimbursement of eligible expenses with supporting documentation.

Selection Criteria

  • Quality of the proposed project.

  • Clarity of objectives and plan.

  • Feasibility of implementation.

  • Educational impact on participants.

  • Alignment with EU Code Week goals and priorities.

How to Apply

  1. Ensure your organization is eligible (school, NGO, or programming club).

  2. Develop a project plan emphasizing coding, computational thinking, and digital skills.

  3. Prepare a budget of eligible expenses.

  4. Submit application with legal representative declaration.

  5. Await evaluation by the selection committee.

Tips for Success

  • Highlight innovative teaching methods or creative coding activities.

  • Include strategies for scaling the project or reaching multiple participants.

  • Demonstrate impact on students’ digital competencies and gender inclusion.

  • Ensure clear and realistic budgeting for eligible costs.

FAQ

  • Who can apply? Schools, NGOs, and programming clubs in Europe.

  • What projects are eligible? Projects must focus on coding, computational thinking, and digital skill development.

  • How are grants disbursed? Full reimbursement after project completion based on proof of expenses.

  • Are there exclusions? Yes, employees of POLITEHNICA Bucharest are excluded.

  • How many projects are funded? Three projects per call (1st, 2nd, and 3rd prize).

  • Can funding cover salaries? Only eligible project expenses are reimbursed; check program rules.

  • Is prior experience in coding required? Not mandatory, but projects should demonstrate feasibility and educational impact.

Conclusion

The EU Code Week Grants for Grassroots program empowers local educators, NGOs, and programming clubs to deliver impactful, innovative, and scalable coding projects. By fostering digital literacy and inclusive STEM participation, the initiative strengthens European students’ digital competencies while supporting community engagement and collaboration.

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