Business-Promoting Measures within District Alliances for Economy and Labor
The State of Berlin promotes non-investment infrastructure measures at the level of Berlin's districts, funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The aim is to strengthen regional economic power and productivity among small and medium-sized enterprises, business founders, social enterprises, and start-ups. Eligible applicants are the Berlin district offices, which receive grants for diverse projects contributing to local economic development, sustainability, and innovation.
Who is Funded
The program “Business-Promoting Measures within District Alliances for Economy and Labor” is primarily aimed at the Berlin District Offices. These can apply for grants for non-investment infrastructure projects that aim to strengthen economic power and productivity in the districts. Indirectly, the funding benefits small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), business founders, social enterprises, and start-ups, to promote local economies and trigger employment effects.
What is Funded
The program supports non-investment infrastructure measures that contribute to strengthening regional economic power. This includes a wide range of activities, from strategic concepts to concrete measures in urban and location marketing, network building, and cooperation promotion. Special attention is given to innovative projects that promote resource conservation, sustainable supply chains, and the renewable energy sector.
Type and Scope of Funding
The “Business-Promoting Measures” program offers financial support in the form of grants. The funding amount is generally 40 percent of the eligible expenditures, with a maximum amount of 300,000 Euros per project. Projects can have a maximum duration of five years.
Conditions and Requirements
To participate in the “Business-Promoting Measures” program, certain prerequisites must be met, including the development of projects within district alliances for economy and labor and refraining from an early start of measures. In addition, strict rules for data processing and publicity must be observed. Special budget restrictions and procurement procedures must also be taken into account to ensure the correct use of funds.
Application Procedure
The application procedure for the “Business-Promoting Measures” begins with an optional project submission before the formal application to the competent Senate Department. The approval decision is made by a specific approval committee, taking into account defined project selection criteria and available budgetary funds. Information exchange takes place electronically.
Legal Basis
The program “Business-Promoting Measures” is based on the guideline of the State of Berlin for promoting these measures within the framework of district alliances for economy and labor, which are co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). This guideline is closely linked to various EU regulations and Berlin’s State Budget Ordinance, which form the legal framework for the allocation of funds.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
300,000 €
Open Until:
31.12.2025
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Berlin (Germany)
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Renewable Energy, Service Sector, Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises
Beneficiaries:
Environmental and Climate Protection, Green Technology, Renewable Energy, Service Sector
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Planning, Implementation, Capacity Building, Experimental Development, Awareness Campaigns
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Senate Department for Economy, Energy and Public Enterprises, European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
Managed By:
Senate Department for Economy, Energy and Public Enterprises; Unit IV D – Regional Structural Policy, Business Development
Additional Partners:
Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Berlin (IHK), Berlin Chamber of Skilled Crafts (HWK), German Trade Union Confederation (DGB), Association of Business Associations in Berlin and Brandenburg e.V. (uvb)