February brings an abundance of new opportunities for creative professionals across Europe. This curated list features eight open calls across various disciplines, including architecture, performing arts, visual arts, and technology. Explore this month's list and apply!
By Nasia BaniaFrom mentorship programs and curatorial residencies to grants for sustainable urban design and cross-disciplinary collaborations, these initiatives focus on fostering creativity, promoting sustainability, and supporting emerging talent. With projects spanning performing arts, visual arts, architecture, and technology, there’s something here for every creative professional.
1. The New European Bauhaus 2025 Prizes
Sector: Architecture, Sustainable Urban Development, Circular Economy
Deadline: February 14, 2025, 19:00 CET
The New European Bauhaus (NEB) Prizes 2025 support innovative projects that address Europe’s most urgent environmental and social challenges. The initiative seeks to foster sustainable, inclusive, and beautiful urban solutions that enhance housing affordability and community belonging. This year's edition will provide €30,000 to 22 projects across key transformation areas, including environmental regeneration, social cohesion, and circular industrial ecosystems.
Why we love it:
By integrating sustainability with design, the NEB Prizes empower communities to reimagine how they interact with their environment, inspiring lasting and impactful change across both urban and rural spaces.
Read more and apply here.
2. Creative FLIP | Cross-Sectoral Pioneers
Sector: Cultural and Creative Sectors (CCS) and cross-sector innovation
Deadline: February 9, 2025
Creative FLIP's Cross-Sectoral Pioneers Program promotes collaboration between cultural and creative sectors and other industries. The program funds innovative cross-disciplinary projects, aiming to explore new possibilities and foster sustainable connections between diverse fields.
Why we love it:
This program supports innovation through partnerships, helping creative professionals explore and implement transformative ideas across industries.
Support provided:
- Grants of up to €3,500 to cover project-related expenses.
- Support for travel costs for project implementation.
Who can apply:
- Individuals or organizations from the Cultural and Creative Sectors.
- Applicants must form pairs with partners from other sectors in eligible countries.
Read more and apply here.
3. Ars Electronica | S+T+ARTS Prize 2025
Sector: Arts, Technology, Innovation
Deadline: March 5, 2025
The S+T+ARTS Prize, an initiative of the European Commission and Ars Electronica, honors groundbreaking collaborations and projects at the intersection of science, technology, and the arts. Launched in partnership with global institutions, this prestigious prize aims to foster creativity that drives technological and societal innovation. Since its inception in 2016, the prize has recognized over 200 pioneering projects worldwide.
Why we love it:
The S+T+ARTS Prize elevates artistic exploration and cross-disciplinary innovation, encouraging collaborations that redefine how we understand and use technology in business, society, and beyond.
Support provided:
- Two Grand Prizes, each awarding €20,000:
- Prizewinners will present their projects at the 2025 Ars Electronica Festival in Linz, Austria
Read more and apply here.
4. Allianz Foundation | Grants Program 2025
Sector: Arts & Culture, Climate & Environment, Civil Society
Deadline: February 10, 2025
The Allianz Foundation is inviting applications for its 2025 Grants Program, which supports civil society, ecological, cultural, and artistic initiatives with systemic transformation goals. The program emphasizes projects that foster inclusive participation, resilient communities, and climate-neutral futures through cross-sectoral collaboration and innovation.
Why we love it:
This grants program takes a holistic approach to tackling major societal challenges by combining cultural, environmental, and social initiatives. It prioritizes participatory projects led by women, youth, and marginalized communities.
Support provided:
- Funding between €80,000 and €200,000 per project
- Project duration: Up to 24 months
Read more and apply here.
