The NGI Zero Commons Fund awards grants to independent researchers supporting the Next Generation Internet initiative. It funds projects delivering breakthrough contributions to the open internet, requiring open access publication and open source licensing. The fund includes eligibility assessment and a two-stage review emphasizing technical excellence, strategic relevance, and value for money. Grants up to 150,000 euro support research and development aligned with NGI goals.
Eligible applicants are independent researchers with projects aligned to the NGI vision and sub-granting calls. Projects must have a clear European dimension where applicable and focus on research and development.
