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European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) in Hamburg
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Last updated: 14.6.2025

The European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) in Hamburg supports measures for the sustainable improvement of the labour market situation, social protection, and inclusion. The Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg funds projects that enhance access to employment and education, and promote adaptation to change and active inclusion. Funding is provided as a grant through competitive procedures.

Who is Funded?

The ESF Plus program in Hamburg targets natural and legal persons, as well as collaborations of institutions that wish to implement projects for the sustainable improvement of the labour market situation, social protection, and inclusion in Hamburg. Eligible applicants also include businesses, educational institutions, public institutions, and associations/unions whose projects take place exclusively in Hamburg or the metropolitan region and address participants from Hamburg.

What is Funded?

The ESF Plus program in Hamburg funds measures aimed at sustainably improving the labour market situation, social protection, and inclusion in Hamburg. This includes a wide range of initiatives that contribute to achieving specific social and labour market-related goals.

Type and Extent of Funding

The ESF Plus program offers non-repayable grants by way of project funding. The amount of the grant depends on the type and scope of the measure. Funding is provided as partial financing in the form of deficit financing.

Conditions and Requirements

Specific conditions and requirements apply to participation in the ESF Plus program in Hamburg, concerning both the application process and project implementation. These include detailed planning and documentation obligations, as well as adherence to ethical and legal principles.

Application Procedure

Applications for the ESF Plus program in Hamburg are made through competitive procedures, which are guided by specific service descriptions. Projects are selected based on project proposals and require formal approval.

The ESF Plus program of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg is based on a specific guideline and various EU regulations. These documents define the objectives, framework conditions, and procedures for funding, and ensure compliance with European and national regulations.

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Funding Overview

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2029

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

Hamburg (Hamburg)

Sectors

Sectors:

Education and Vocational Training, Service Sector, Social Enterprises

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Implementation, Capacity Building, Service Delivery

Funding Provider

Program Level: Regional

Funding Body: Authority for Labour, Health, Social Affairs, Family and Integration (Social Authority)

Managed By: ESF-Plus Administrative Authority of the Authority for Labour, Health, Social Affairs, Family and Integration

Website: Europäische Union - Europäischer Sozialfonds ESF