Pilot projects and preparatory actions are experimental initiatives designed to test the feasibility of new actions and prepare new programmes.Pilot projects and preparatory actions (PPPAs) are new initiatives that might turn into EU funding programmes. Pilot projects are designed to test the feasibility of an action, and last not more than 2 years. Preparatory actions last for up to 3 years, and are often the successor of a successful pilot project. They are designed to prepare new EU policies, legislation, programmes etc. Which PPPAs does EACEA manage? SportCultureMEDIA Funding opportunitiesYou can find open and upcoming PPPA funding opportunities on the European Commission’s Funding & Tender Opportunities Portal (F&TP). How to get a grantFind funding opportunitiesInfo for applicants Related NewsNews article11 April 2025The results of the Sport Pilot Projects and Preparatory Actions selection are now publishedThe selected projects of the 2024 Sport-related Pilot Projects and Preparatory Actions (PPPA) have just been informed.2 min readNews article22 October 202471 applications received for the 2024 Pilot Project Sport Supports – Emergency Sport actions for youthThe 2024 PPPA Sport Supports call just closed with 71 applications1 min readNews article17 July 2024The 2024 Sport Supports call for pilot projects is now publishedSubmit your idea for an emergency sport action for youth.1 min readNews article19 April 2024The new EACEA brochure is out!The updated brochure of the European Education and Culture Executive Agency is now available! It provides a comprehensive overview of the Agency's aim and functions.1 min readNews article22 March 2024 Discover the new release of the EU Funding & Tenders Portal The updated EU Funding & Tenders Portal is now available, offering a more immersive user experience!1 min readNews article4 October 2023Online info session Sport PPPA 2023 – recording availableThe recording of the info session on Sport Pilot Projects & Preparatory Actions 2023, is now available.1 min readNews article24 July 2023PPPA-SPORT-2023 calls now open for submissionThe following two Sport Pilot Projects (PP) calls for proposals are open for submission.1 min readNews article19 July 2023The new EACEA brochure is hereEACEA's brochure has been updated, containing everything you need to know about the European Education and Culture Executive Agency at a glance.1 min read
Funding opportunitiesYou can find open and upcoming PPPA funding opportunities on the European Commission’s Funding & Tender Opportunities Portal (F&TP).
News article11 April 2025The results of the Sport Pilot Projects and Preparatory Actions selection are now publishedThe selected projects of the 2024 Sport-related Pilot Projects and Preparatory Actions (PPPA) have just been informed.2 min read
News article22 October 202471 applications received for the 2024 Pilot Project Sport Supports – Emergency Sport actions for youthThe 2024 PPPA Sport Supports call just closed with 71 applications1 min read
News article17 July 2024The 2024 Sport Supports call for pilot projects is now publishedSubmit your idea for an emergency sport action for youth.1 min read
News article19 April 2024The new EACEA brochure is out!The updated brochure of the European Education and Culture Executive Agency is now available! It provides a comprehensive overview of the Agency's aim and functions.1 min read
News article22 March 2024 Discover the new release of the EU Funding & Tenders Portal The updated EU Funding & Tenders Portal is now available, offering a more immersive user experience!1 min read
News article4 October 2023Online info session Sport PPPA 2023 – recording availableThe recording of the info session on Sport Pilot Projects & Preparatory Actions 2023, is now available.1 min read
News article24 July 2023PPPA-SPORT-2023 calls now open for submissionThe following two Sport Pilot Projects (PP) calls for proposals are open for submission.1 min read
News article19 July 2023The new EACEA brochure is hereEACEA's brochure has been updated, containing everything you need to know about the European Education and Culture Executive Agency at a glance.1 min read
