Programmes for innovators
EIT Culture & Creativity offers a series of programmes designed to support innovators across the cultural and creative industries at every stage of their journey.
Spark
Spark helps innovators turn ideas into real, tangible prototypes.
This incubator programme gives you the tools to sharpen your concept, build a prototype, and get ready for the next
steps in your entrepreneurial journey. Through workshops, training, mentorship, and hands-on support, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
You’ll connect with other innovators and potential partners, and you’ll have the chance to compete for prizes of up to €5,000.
Top Performers: The best startups in Spark will join the 100 to Watch list by EIT Culture & Creativity. This means access to markets, funding opportunities, talent resources, and our Seal of Excellence – a mark of quality and innovation.
Shape
Shape is here for entrepreneurs and startups ready to sharpen their business models. This accelerator programme is all about refining your product, improving operations, and preparing to scale.
We’ll support you with product development, market research, business model strategy, pitch training, and the chance to win a prize of up to €10,000.
Top Performers: The top startups in Shape will join the 100 to Watch list, gaining greater visibility and access to exclusive support services.
Scale
Scale is for established startups, scale-ups, and businesses looking to grow and innovate. This post-accelerator and innovation programme focuses on taking your venture to the next level by bringing your innovations to market and driving sustainable growth.
We’ll help you with market expansion, advancing projects from Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 6–9 to full commercialisation, building partnerships, and scaling strategies.
You’ll also have access to grants of up to €350,000, investment opportunities, and chances to showcase your work at demo days and events with investors and partners.
Top Performers: all Scale participants join the 100 to Watch list automatically, gaining enhanced visibility and access to exclusive support services.
Join us!
Start-ups, scale-ups and CCSI ventures are welcome to join the EIT Culture & Creativity community in Euroquity.
