A programme for

Libraries,
Communities,
Democracy

This is what we do!

The Europe Challenge is an annual programme that brings together teams from libraries and communities across Europe to address today’s most pressing social, digital, and climate challenges by developing, sharing and implementing creative solutions with support from the European Cultural Foundation and its partners.

At the heart of the programme lies the belief that libraries and their communities are fundamental to shaping a more inclusive, connected, and sustainable Europe.

Scroll down to read about The Europe Challenge 2025/26 Open Call!

Participating libraries
& communities receive

Travel to live
meetings across
Europe

Networking &
exchange
opportunities

Skills & knowledge
development
sessions

Mentoring by
programme
alumni

A platform to
showcase the final
outcomes

Funding of up to
€ 10,000

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