Funding Opportunities in Germany: A Comprehensive Overview
From EU programs to regional funding – discover the funding opportunities for your project
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EU Funding Programs
Important EU Programs:
Search Terms for EU Funding:
EU funding, Horizon Europe, ERDF, INTERREG, LIFE Programme, research funding, SME fundingContact Points:
- National Contact Points (NCPs)
- EU Funding Advisory Service of the Federal Government
- Enterprise Europe Network
Federal Funding Programs
Business & Innovation
Subsidized loans and grants for businesses:
Federal Office for Economic Affairs and Export Control:
Research & Education
Search Terms Federal Funding:
KfW funding, BAFA grants, federal funds, research funding, innovation voucher, business startup, energy fundingTip:
Many federal funding programs are administered through state authorities or specialized project management agencies.
State and Regional Funding
Funding by Federal State:
| Federal State | Funding Priorities | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Bavaria | Technology, SMEs, Agriculture | STMWI |
| Baden-Württemberg | Innovation, Crafts, Environment | Ministry of Economic Affairs |
| North Rhine-Westphalia | Structural Change, Innovation, Energy | Business NRW |
| Lower Saxony | Agriculture, SMEs, Innovation | MW |
Regional Specifics:
Higher funding rates in:
- Eastern Germany (GRW areas)
- Coal phase-out regions
- Rural areas
Regional competence centers:
- Bioeconomy
- Digitalization
- Sustainability
- Creative Industries
Search Terms State Funding:
State funding, regional funding, GRW area, state funds, structural funds, regional business developmentFunding Databases & Search Strategies
Official Funding Databases:
Successful Search Strategies:
1
Describe project precisely
Define technology, industry, target group
2
Identify suitable funding providers
EU, federal, state, municipal, foundations
3
Check deadlines and requirements
Application deadlines, own funds, funding amount
Utilize Advisory Services:
Chambers of Commerce & Crafts
Regional funding advice
Funding Hotlines
Free telephone consultation
Funding Consultants
Professional application preparation
Next Steps for Your Funding Application
- Specify your project idea - What exactly do you want to have funded?
- Identify suitable funding programs - Use the databases mentioned above
- Utilize advisory services - Contact chambers of commerce or funding consultants
- Prepare application - Start application process in time
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