Catalyse NEB (New European Bauhaus) Call 2026: Info session for startups

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The EIT Community New European Bauhaus is looking for mission-driven, design-inspired and innovation-powered startups to join the 2026 edition of its flagship accelerator programme, Catalyse NEB.

On 26 November at 17.00 CET, join the online info session to learn about the open call and how to become one of 20 selected startups supported in 2026. The session will cover the following:

  • What is NEB? Who is the EIT Community NEB?
  • What do we offer?
  • Can you apply?
  • How can you apply?
  • SAFEs, contracting, reporting

The info session will leave as much time as possible for an open Q&A.

About Catalyse NEB call

This call is for startups to participate in the 2026 Catalyse New European Bauhaus (NEB) startup accelerator programme.

The EIT Community New European Bauhaus (NEB) invites applications for funding and participation in its Catalyse NEB programme, a startup accelerator designed to advance New European Bauhaus values across Europe. This call seeks innovative ventures integrating sustainability, inclusivity and design beyond functionality in their business ideas – aligned with the New European Bauhaus mission to improve quality of life and encourage green and digital transformations.

Selected startups will receive EUR 22,000 in cash, as well as business and entrepreneurship support, plus access to the EIT Community New European Bauhaus ecosystem. Activities should address specific social challenges, provide measurable outcomes and demonstrate scalability.

Learn more about the call here.