Berlin Digital Bonus Closed
The Berlin Digital Bonus offers financial support to sole proprietors and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Berlin for digitalization projects. Funding is provided for investments in IT hardware and software for the digital transformation of processes, improvement of IT security, and digitalization-related consulting and qualification measures. The program aims to strengthen the competitiveness and future viability of Berlin as a business location.
Who is funded
The "Berlin Digital Bonus" program targets small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Berlin, as well as full-time sole proprietors and freelancers. The goal is to support their digitalization processes, increase investments in digital technologies, and strengthen the competitiveness of Berlin as a business location.
What is funded
The "Berlin Digital Bonus" program supports business investments in IT hardware and software for digital transformation and to improve IT security. Furthermore, digitalization-related consulting and qualification measures are supported.
Type and Scope of Funding
The "Berlin Digital Bonus" is awarded as a non-repayable grant, covering up to 50 percent of the eligible expenditures. The maximum funding per project is EUR 17,000, with a minimum funding amount of EUR 1,000.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must meet various conditions, including the prohibition of early commencement of measures, compliance with the De Minimis rule, and specific quality requirements for service providers.
Application Procedure
Application and approval for the "Berlin Digital Bonus" are carried out entirely electronically via the IBB Business GmbH application portal on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants must submit specific documents and provide a brief project description and a financing plan.
Legal Basis
The "Berlin Digital Bonus" funding program is based on the guideline of May 9, 2022, and is embedded within the legal framework of the Berlin State Budget Code and European State Aid Law. Implementation is carried out under the leadership of IBB Business Team GmbH.
Funding Overview
Maximum Amount:
€17,000
Open Until:
31.12.2023
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Berlin (Germany)
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Process Optimization, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level: Regional
Funding Body: State of Berlin, Senate Department for Economy, Energy and Public Enterprises, Investitionsbank Berlin (IBB)
Managed By: IBB Business Team GmbH
Additional Partners: DAB Digitalagentur Berlin GmbH (Success and Impact Control)
Website: IBB Business Team GmbH