Background

Student Team Grants

Are you a student and want to create a student team, or are you an existing student team that needs funding? Follow the steps below to get funded.

Available Grants

In cooperation with the province of Noord-Brabant, there are two subsidy grants available for student teams

Kickstarter Grants

For students starting a new team

Grants up to €1500 (100% subsidized) for students that want to start a student team.

Innovation Grants

For existing student teams

Project-Based Grants up to €40,000 (50% subsidized) for existing student teams.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility requirements for students looking to establish a new team and/or secure funding.

  • You are a student or student team located in the province of Noord-Brabant
  • You are currently studying under one of the educational partners in Noord-Brabant.
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Application Deadlines

Important dates for grant applications

Important Dates

  • Innovation Grants:
    31 January 2025
  • Kickstarter Grants:
    4 July 2025 (On a first come first serve basis)

Disclaimer

The province of Noord-Brabant provides the funding. You can apply for grants at any time without the intervention of the BOOST. BOOST provides acquisition, communication and support for this subsidy program, but submitted projects will be reviewed by the province of Noord-Brabant.

Application Steps

Grants - BOOST

Start by concretizing your idea for a new student team or innovative project in an existing student team. Choose the grant that best suits your needs—either the Starter Grant or the Innovation Grant. See whether your project aligns to the grants available. All rules and regulations surrounding and required documentation for the grants can be found below:

Grants documentation

Plan an optional meeting with BOOST

Need help on your application? Get tips and tricks from BOOST by scheduling a meeting. In this call, you'll meet with a BOOST team member who will get to know you and your project. Prepare a 2 min pitch about your project. We'll assess whether your project aligns with the available grants and explain the next steps in the application process. This call is your opportunity to ask any questions and gain clarity on what's expected. (This meeting will be conducted online.)

Schedule a meeting

Complete Application Documentation

All the required forms are available on the website of the province of Noord-Brabant. The workload and specific requirements will vary depending on whether you're applying for the Starter Grant or the Innovation Grant. Once all documents are completed, submit them through the portal. Then, sit tight while your submission is reviewed. Ensure your application complies with the rules from step 1.

Submit Application

Application Evaluation

Your application will be reviewed by a panel of experts, including industry professionals, student alumni, and other relevant stakeholders. They'll evaluate your project based on several criteria. Depending on their assessment, you'll receive one of two responses: approval (Go), or a rejection (No Go).

Receive Funding

If your application is approved, you'll receive a contract outlining the terms of your grant. Once the paperwork is finalized, it's time to celebrate—your student team is officially funded!

Project Evaluation (Innovation Grants only)

For Innovation Grant recipients, there's a follow-up process to ensure your project is on track. You'll need to report on your project once the project has been concluded. Detailed guidelines for this evaluation process can be found here.

Evaluation Guidelines