Open call: Lump Sum Micro-Grants for the SoilTribes Community of Practice Members
At its core is the SoilTribes Community of Practice (CoP), a vibrant, mission-driven network made up of members from academia, business, government, civil society, and the natural environment. Through co-creation, design thinking, and resource sharing, CoP members co-develop tools, campaigns, events, and policy proposals that drive systemic change for healthier soils.
To support this ecosystem, SoilTribes offers four rounds of €750 Lump Sum Micro-Grants, with a total of 32 grants available between 2025 and 2026. These grants enable CoP members to attend trainings, events, and implement activities that boost soil awareness and community engagement. The application process is simple, inclusive, and designed with busy professionals in mind.
Applications for the first call are open until 14 July 2025 at 15:00 CET and must align with the goals of the Soil Mission and SoilTribes CoP pillars. Eligible activities include attending or organizing events, accessing advisory services, and conducting communication or education initiatives. A maximum of two micro-grants per member can be awarded across the project’s duration.
With clear evaluation criteria and a transparent selection process, SoilTribes aims to fund impactful, ethical, and inclusive initiatives that contribute to a sustainable future, starting from the ground up.
FAQ
There was a technical issue when I sent my application, I am not sure it was submitted. How do I know you received it?
After submitting your application, a confirmation message should appear on your contribution ID (be sure to save this number!). If you do not receive it, you should re-submit your application. If you are still unsure, contact us via email at hello@soiltribes.eu.
Do I need to be a member of the SOILTRIBES Community of Practice (CoP) to apply for a micro-grant?
Yes. Only registered members of the SOILTRIBES Community of Practice are eligible to apply for the micro-grant. You can learn more about the Community of Practice through the linked Practice Guide. To join the Community of Practice, you must complete the SoilTribes Expression of Interest form available https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/SoilTribes_eoi.
I am not from an EU Member State, can I apply?
Yes, you can apply if you are established in one of the following eligible countries:
- A Member State of the European Union (EU),
- One of the EU’s Overseas Countries and Territories (OCT), or
- A country that is officially associated with the Horizon Europe programme at the time of the call publication.
Can I submit multiple applications for the micro-grant?
Yes, multiple applications are allowed, as long as each one proposes a distinct and clearly different activity. However, please note that you can only receive one grant (750€ VAT included) per call.Over the course of the project, each CoP member may be awarded a maximum of two micro-grants (each worth €750, VAT included), not exceeding a total of €1,500.
Will I need to provide any receipts or financial documents to receive the micro-grant?
This is a lump sum grant, which means there is no requirement to submit receipts or detailed expense reports. However, you will need to submit a final 2-page report describing your activity and how the grant was used to support your goals. This ensures accountability without administrative burden.
Can I apply if I’ve already completed the activity I’m proposing?
No. Activities that are already completed or underway before the application deadline are not eligible. The grant is intended to support upcoming activities, not to reimburse past ones.
Can organisations apply, or only individuals?
Only individuals (natural persons) who are members of the SOILTRIBES Community of Practice are eligible to apply. If you work within an organisation, your application must still be submitted in your personal capacity.
