Program Description:
The European Commission has released the preliminary version of the Horizon Europe Work Programme for 2025 — the EU’s largest initiative supporting science, innovation, education, medicine, and business. With a multi-billion euro budget, the program aims to address global challenges, foster future technologies, and strengthen Europe’s competitiveness.

Who is the program for:
Ukrainian research organizations, universities, startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and non-profit organizations can fully participate. Importantly, Ukraine continues its involvement in Horizon Europe on equal terms with EU member states, opening extensive funding opportunities for Ukrainian teams.

Key Benefits:

• Firstly, access to substantial grant resources for innovative projects.

• Secondly, opportunities to collaborate within international consortia alongside leading European partners.

• Moreover, Ukrainian applicants enjoy equal funding conditions without additional administrative barriers.

• Finally, support is available across diverse fields, including digitalization, green energy, medicine, and social innovation.

How to apply:
Updated funding opportunities are appearing progressively on the official portal of the European Commission. Therefore, you can explore the current programs here: official Horizon Europe portal.

Important Details:

• The first deadlines will arrive in the second half of 2025.

• Ukrainian participants are eligible to receive up to 100% coverage of project costs.

• Consequently, starting the preparation of project proposals early will significantly boost the chances of success.

Why it matters:
Participating in Horizon Europe 2025 offers more than just funding opportunities. Ukrainian teams can scale their ideas, integrate into international networks, and gain global recognition. Thus, Horizon Europe serves as a crucial platform for fostering innovation and promoting the global presence of Ukrainian talents.

You can find even more grant opportunities for Ukrainian projects on our platform GetGrant Service.