Innovative models for collective community investment and ownership

Overview

Supports the development and validation of innovative models for collective community investment and ownership in neighborhood revitalization, targeting marginalized groups and fostering local democratic participation, social equity, and economic development. Intended for consortia or organizations working on cooperative or community-based housing, commercial, or mixed-use assets.

Who Can Apply

Consortia or organizations from eligible EU Member States and Associated Countries, including public bodies, non-profits, cooperatives, research institutions, and private entities. Proposals must involve diverse community stakeholders, including marginalized or vulnerable groups.

Funding Details

• Maximum grant amount: €5,500,000
• Funding is provided as a lump sum
• At least 0.8% of the budget must be allocated to engage with the Horizon Europe-funded "New European Bauhaus hub for results and impact"

What Is Funded

• Development and validation of collective community investment or ownership models in at least three neighborhoods across different Member States/Associated Countries
• Two thematic options:

- Option A: Community equity investment model for cooperative or community-based commercial/service-oriented assets - Option B: Occupant equity model for cooperative or community-based housing or mixed-use assets

• Socioeconomic and environmental impact assessments, including long-term affordability, accessibility, and local community outcomes
• Identification of systemic challenges and solutions for model uptake, including legal and regulatory considerations
• Recommendations for scaling and adapting the model in diverse local and cultural contexts

Technology / Maturity Requirements

• Technology Readiness Level (TRL): 4 to 6

Key Dates

• Open date: 2027-05-04
• Deadline: 2027-11-30T23:00:00Z

Application Process (High-Level)

• Single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal
• Proposals must clearly indicate the selected thematic option (A or B)
• Evaluation follows Horizon Europe criteria, with a balanced portfolio ensuring at least one grant per option

Geographic Scope & Language

• Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom, Switzerland
• Application language: English

Notes

• Proposals must follow a participatory and transdisciplinary approach, integrating social sciences and humanities (SSH) expertise
• Projects must align with the New European Bauhaus principles of beauty, inclusiveness, and sustainability
• Lump sum funding requires detailed budget planning and justification in the application