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Spark Seed - micro-funding and design tools to start a project

Spark Seed is a seed-funding initiative from the HSE Spark Innovation Programme that runs twice a year. It allows frontline healthcare workers to apply for micro funding for innovative projects that have the potential to improve our health service (funding of up to €5,000 per individual or group).

We welcome applications from doctors (NCHDs and consultants), nurses, midwives, HSCPs and pharmacists. Previous applicants may apply with new or revised innovation projects.

How to apply

Attend our free online Design Thinking Workshop (if you haven't already).

Submit an application form.

Further details

To learn more about the Spark Seed initiative, read our comprehensive Spark Seed Guidance Document (PDF, 1.4 MB, 10 pages)

Dates to remember

Closing date for autumn Seed applications: Midnight on 16 November 2025.

Pitching event for shortlisted applicants: 18 and 19 December 2025.

Contact

If you have queries about this or other HSE Spark Innovation Programme initiatives, email spark@hse.ie