We are excited to inform you that the Develop Open Call is now officially open for applications! This is a unique opportunity to receive up to €100,000 in funding to implement a digital innovation project that strengthens rural-urban connections and drives real-world impact in County Monaghan.
Bring your solution to life – apply today!
The Develop Open Call invites applications from tech SMEs, public bodies, NGOs, universities, and other legal entities ready to create applied digital solutions to address rural-urban challenges. If your project aligns with the goals of our Irish pilot and contributes to sustainability, inclusion, and aesthetics (New European Bauhaus values), we want to hear from you!
Irish Pilot Project Theme and Objectives
Our Irish pilot aims to foster a vibrant, integrated, and sustainable rural-urban community, supported by a circular and green economy by 2040. Reflecting this commitment to sustainability, the roadmap now focuses on:
“Advancing the Circular Economy in County Monaghan: Exploring Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Environmental Products and Services.”
Our Irish pilot aims to foster a vibrant, integrated, and sustainable rural-urban community, supported by a circular and green economy by 2040. Reflecting this commitment to sustainability, the roadmap now focuses on:
“Advancing the Circular Economy in County Monaghan: Exploring Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Environmental Products and Services.”
Specific objectives:
- Uncover pathways for sustainable enterprise development in the circular economy.
- Identify emerging sectors and innovative practices.
- Highlight growth opportunities focused on innovation and entrepreneurship.
- Integrate social enterprises advancing inclusive, community-driven circular growth.
- Enhance quality of life, with Monaghan as a model for regenerative rural-urban collaboration’
Key Information
- Funding available: €30,000–€100,000 per project.
- Estimated projects funded: 5–15.
- Eligible applicants: Legal entities from EU Member States or Horizon Europe-associated countries.
- Submission deadline: 31st July 2025 at 17:00 CEST.
- Project implementation: October 2025 – June 2026.
- Apply here: https://www.poliruralplus.eu/open-calls/develop-call/
Why Apply?
By participating in the Develop Call, you will:
By participating in the Develop Call, you will:
- Receive funding to build and deploy an innovative, digital, place-based solution.
- Use advanced PoliRuralPlus tools, including AI-based assistants and decision-support platforms.
- Contribute to sustainable rural-urban development in Co. Monaghan, Ireland
- Help shape a new generation of smart, inclusive, and resilient rural-urban communities
Expected Results
- Deployment of a working digital solution addressing a Monaghan-specific rural-urban challenge.
- Integration with PoliRuralPlus tools and AI platforms.
- Community engagement, knowledge sharing, and scalability.
- Visibility through articles, blogs, and social media.
Ready to Apply?
- Visit https://www.poliruralplus.eu/open-calls/develop-call/
- Review the guidelines
- Submit your proposal by 31st July, 2025 – 17:00 CEST
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jeyald Antony at jantony@midl.ie
Don’t miss this chance to make a difference in our region – County Monaghan.
We look forward to your innovative proposals!
Don’t miss this chance to make a difference in our region – County Monaghan.
We look forward to your innovative proposals!