#BeActive EU Sport Awards: apply now!
The new awards have 5 categories and increased funding. Applications are open until 24 September 2025.
About the #BeActive EU Sport Awards
The #BeActive EU Sport Awards build on the success of the past #BeActive Awards and #BeInclusive EU Sport Awards.
The objective is to recognise innovative projects that encourage sport and physical activity across Europe.
They also acknowledge exceptional projects that inspire action and encourage community engagement across the continent.
Categories
The competition includes 5 new categories.
• Physical activity
• Inclusion
• Volunteering
• Across generations
• Peace
Budget and prizes
With a substantial budget of €125,000, the awards will be presented to 1 winner and 2 finalists in each category.
The winner will receive €15,000. Each finalist will receive €5,000.
How to apply
We invite all eligible applicants to take this opportunity and showcase their impactful work.
Now is the time to apply if your project or initiative matches with the categories and has shown tangible results.
Submit your application via the Funding & Tenders Portal by 24 September 2025.
Join us in showcasing the best of European sport and let your project be the inspiration that ignites a movement!
Contact us for any questions at eacea-sport@ec.europa.eu.
Indicative timeline
- 11 June 2025: call opening
- 24 September 2025 17:00, CEST: deadline for submitting applications
- October 2025-March 2026: evaluation period
- March 2026: information sent to applicants
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