Applications for the Grants for Children\u2019s Rights Education or Research Projects 2026 are open. Funding up to \u20ac5,000. Deadline 1 March 2026. Learn requirements, criteria, and how to apply.<\/p>\n
Applications for the Grants for Children\u2019s Rights Education or Research Projects 2026<\/strong> are now open. The Children\u2019s Rights Research (CRR) Fund, in association with Maastricht University and supported by University Fund Limburg, is offering competitive funding for education and research projects focused on advancing children\u2019s rights. These grants support impactful initiatives in the Netherlands and internationally, with a strong emphasis on meaningful participation of children and high-quality academic or educational outcomes.<\/p>\n This article provides a full overview of the eligibility criteria, funding details, application requirements, and the steps needed to submit a successful proposal for the Grants for Children\u2019s Rights Education or Research Projects 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n 1 March 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n All applications must be submitted to: Applicants who need help connecting with a UM-affiliated researcher may request matchmaking support. The CRR Fund provides two categories of support:<\/p>\n Up to \u20ac2,500<\/strong> for education projects<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Up to \u20ac5,000<\/strong> for research projects<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n All projects must involve at least one Maastricht University (UM) affiliated person<\/strong>, either as staff or student. Collaboration with external partners is allowed but the UM-affiliated member must contribute a minimum of 50% of the project\u2019s total work<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Students may carry out the project for up to six months after completing their degree program.<\/p>\n To qualify for the Grants for Children\u2019s Rights Education or Research Projects 2026<\/strong><\/a>, all proposals must meet the following criteria:<\/p>\n At least one objective must focus on improving the living situation of children.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Projects may take place in the Netherlands or internationally.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n At least one UM student or staff member must be part of the team.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n The UM-affiliated person\u2019s contribution must represent at least half of the project.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Child participation is mandatory<\/strong> for all research project proposals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Projects with limited or no involvement of children are not eligible.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Education proposals must encourage children to think and act creatively, critically, and with a problem-solving mindset<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Passive learning-oriented proposals will not be considered.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Successful applicants must commit to writing two blog posts<\/strong> for the Children\u2019s Rights Research website.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n All publications or project-related activities must acknowledge the funding received.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Applications must be a maximum of three pages (A4)<\/strong> and include:<\/p>\n The project\u2019s goal(s)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Timeline and implementation details<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Intended outcomes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Involvement of third parties (if applicable)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Research methodology (for research projects)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n A complete budget with costs and revenues<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Budgets cannot include payments to external organizations that do not directly support project activities.<\/p>\n Research projects conducted by UM staff may require approval from the university\u2019s Ethics Committee.<\/p>\n UM students may request one coaching interview<\/strong> and limited written feedback from:<\/p>\n Dr. Marieke Hopman<\/strong> \u2013 Marieke.Hopman@maastrichtuniversity.nl<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Dr. Julieta Marotta<\/strong> \u2013 Julieta.marotta@maastrichtuniversity.nl<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n These sessions help strengthen proposals before submission.<\/p>\n Full details and background about the CRR Fund are available on the official website:
\nDeadline and How to Apply<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Deadline:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Apply by email:<\/strong><\/h3>\n
childrensrights@maastrichtuniversity.nl<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Matchmaking deadline:<\/strong> 1 February 2026.<\/p>\n
\nFunding Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n
\nKey Funding Criteria<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Project Goals<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n
Role of UM Affiliation<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n
Participation of Children<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n
Education Project Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n
Additional Obligations<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n
\nHow to Submit a Strong Proposal<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n
\nSupport for Applicants<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n
\nOfficial Information\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
https:\/\/www.childrensrightsresearch.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
\n