We are thrilled to announce that BlueLightS, SHORE and ProBleu are launching funding calls in September. This is a fantastic opportunity for schools to secure funding for projects to enhance water and ocean literacy.
The three projects, under the EU Mission ‘Restore our ocean and waters by 2030”, are committed to increasing ocean literacy and fostering environmental stewardship in school communities. They will be opening their calls this September with different timelines:
- BlueLightS: Grants up to 3,000€. Opens on 15 September, closes on 15 November, with results announced on 20 January. .
- SHORE: Grants up to 10,000€. Opens on 18 September, closes on 20 November, with results announced in January.
- ProBleu: Three category grants: 2,500, 5,000 and 7,500€. Opens on 20 September, closes on 21 November 23:59h CET, with results announced on 24 January..
Each project has unique features tailored to different needs. ProBleu offers lots for both marine and freshwater projects and encourages submissions of citizen science initiatives. SHORE has specific targeted regions (Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, Baltic Sea, Danube River and Rhine River) for its projects, ensuring focused impact with the support of its Country Hubs. BlueLightS emphasises innovative approaches to resilience and sustainability and requires funded schools to join experimentation activities and participate in Community of Practice meetings.
The primary goals of these projects are to support the objectives of Mission Ocean & Waters and expand the Network of European Blue Schools (NEBS). All applicant schools should be certified Blue Schools, a separate procedure. The information on how to join the Network can be found on their website. Each funding scheme has its own conditions for schools that are not part of NEBS yet, however the schools that receive funding will be automatically accredited as Blue Schools. This accreditation connects schools to a wealth of resources, information, and additional funding opportunities.
Join our info webinar!
We also invite you to join the EU Blue Schools Webinar: Navigating Funding for Blue Schools on 9 October. This webinar will explore new funding opportunities for schools under the EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030.” Learn from BlueLightS, SHORE, and ProBleu experts on how to apply and enhance ocean literacy in your school. MORE INFO.
We also encourage interested teachers and schools to carefully review the specific requirements, calendars, and documentation for each partner funding call. For further inquiries, please contact:
- ProBleu: probleucall@probleu.school
- BlueLightS: info@blue-lights.eu
- SHORE: contact@shoreproject.eu
Join us in enhancing water and ocean literacy across Europe. Let’s cooperate to protect our waters and educate the next generation of blue-citizens!
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