European Inventor Network funds inventor activities targeted at young people
The European Inventor Network invites inventors to develop activities in Finland that will inspire young people aged 6–18 to engage with science, technology, and innovation.
Founded in 2023, the network aims to promote innovation and support inventors in their work to inspire young people. The activities can also relate to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The network has already supported 109 inventor-led projects in 29 countries, reaching out to more than 6,000 young people. Now, the network is looking for new, inspiring activities for 2027.
Type of activities to be funded
The network is looking for diverse and creative activities. They can include the following:
• Workshops
• Hands-on activities
• Showcases
• Creative sessions
The aim is to make innovation easy to understand, inspiring, and accessible.
Amount of available funding and how to apply for it
The selected proposals can receive a grant of EUR 2,000, EUR 4,000 or EUR 6,000, depending on the activity’s estimated impact and outreach.
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Membership of the network is free of charge.
For more information, please contact Head of Division Jaakko Hosio (firstname.lastname@prh.fi) at the PRH.
Key dates
Application deadline: 31 May 2026
Grant announcements: September 2026
Implementation period: 1 January–31 December 2027
We encourage inventors to take the opportunity to inspire the next generation.