Competition

European Prize for Women Innovators

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The European Prize for Women Innovators celebrates women entrepreneurs and founders across the EU and Horizon Europe associated countries whose disruptive innovations drive positive impact. Winners receive cash prizes ranging from 20,000 EUR to 100,000 EUR across three distinct categories.

Key facts

Organiser
European Innovation Council (EIC) & European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT)
Deadline
December 1, 2026
Opens
September 2, 2026
Amount
€100,000 · Prize
Equity
None
Entry fee
Free to apply
Open to
European Union, Horizon Europe countries
Sectors
Any sector
Application languages
English

Verified on September 28, 2026 against the official page.

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