Show us your project – the application phase for SozialMarie 2027 is starting again!

We are looking for ideas that make a difference!

The application phase for SozialMarie 2026 starts on November 6, 2026!

Do you have a project that rethinks social challenges and shows the courage to change? Then you’re exactly right with us.

Here’s the link to the submission form: sozialmarie.org

Who can submit?
Active projects from civil society, public administration, and business that are being implemented in Austria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovenia, or Slovakia.

Not sure if your project qualifies? Then take a look at our participation terms and criteria for social innovation.

Prizes up for grabs:
Fifteen outstanding projects that address today’s social challenges will be awarded €15,000, €10,000, €5,000, and twelve other prizes of €3,000 each.

Important dates:

Submission deadline: January 7, 2027, 11:55 PM

Q&A session for interested participants: December 3, 2026, 4:00–6:00 PM

In small groups, questions can be asked in the respective national language. More info via this  Link.