European Social Fund Plus (ESF Plus) in Baden-Württemberg Open
The European Social Fund Plus (ESF Plus) in Baden-Württemberg is a key EU instrument for promoting education and training, employment, and combating poverty and social exclusion. In Baden-Württemberg, the program focuses specifically on securing skilled labor, lifelong learning, and social inclusion, and also enables the implementation of transnational projects.
Who is funded?
The European Social Fund Plus (ESF Plus) in Baden-Württemberg targets a wide range of applicants, including companies, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations that wish to implement projects in the areas of employment promotion, lifelong learning, and social inclusion. The program focuses on improving labor market opportunities for all, especially for disadvantaged groups, and strengthening the regional economy.
What is funded?
The ESF Plus in Baden-Württemberg funds projects in the fields of labor and social affairs as well as economy, which focus on improving employability, social inclusion, and lifelong learning. The exact funding subjects are defined in specific objectives and may include theme-specific calls. Measures that improve access to the labor market or support professional development are eligible for funding.
Type and Scope of Funding
Funding under the ESF Plus in Baden-Württemberg is exclusively in the form of grants. The exact amount of funding depends on the project and measure and is detailed in the specific funding principles and calls. This is a long-term program running until the end of 2027.
Conditions and Requirements
The requirements for ESF Plus funding in Baden-Württemberg are measure-specific and are described in detail in the respective funding principles and calls for applications. For certain programs of the Ministry of Economy, Labor and Tourism, the requirements are designed such that generally all complete applications that meet the funding prerequisites are approved. Transnational projects are explicitly possible.
Application Procedure
The application procedure for the ESF Plus in Baden-Württemberg varies depending on the priority axis and the responsible ministry. While some programs generally guarantee funding if all criteria are fully met, others require a selection process for theme-specific project calls. L-Bank acts as the central point of contact for all administrative steps from application submission to verification of use of funds.
Legal Basis
The implementation of the European Social Fund Plus (ESF Plus) in Baden-Württemberg is based on a draft of the state's Operational Programme for the funding period 2021 to 2027. In addition, the methodology and criteria for the selection of projects serve as important guiding documents, ensuring transparent and compliant implementation of funding measures.
Funding Overview
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
Baden-Württemberg (Germany)
Sectors:
Education and Vocational Training, Service Sector, Social Enterprises, Environmental and Climate Protection
Beneficiaries:
Social economy
Funding Stages:
Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Implementation, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level: European Union
Funding Body: Ministry of Social Affairs, Health and Integration Baden-Württemberg, Ministry of Economy, Labor and Tourism Baden-Württemberg
Managed By: L-Bank
Website: Ministerium für Soziales, Gesundheit und Integration Baden-Württemberg