Mutual learning and support scheme for national and regional innovation programmes

Last updated: 16.7.2025
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The Mutual Learning and Support Scheme for National and Regional Innovation Programmes (HORIZON-EIE-2024-CONNECT-02-02) is a Horizon Europe initiative aimed at strengthening innovation ecosystems across the EU. It fosters cooperation and knowledge exchange among national and regional innovation authorities to enhance their funding schemes, particularly those aligning with the EIC Accelerator's Plug-in certification.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligibility criteria for participation in the mutual learning and support scheme, including the types of organizations that can apply, the geographical scope of the program, and its overarching objectives to strengthen innovation ecosystems.

What is Funded

This section outlines the specific types of activities and areas that are eligible for funding under the Mutual Learning and Support Scheme. It clarifies the thematic focus, the nature of supported projects, and the approach to eligible costs.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides details on the financial characteristics of the funding, including the type of financial instrument, the available funding amounts, and project duration.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. It covers consortium formation, budget considerations, and other important provisions.

Application Procedure

This section guides potential applicants through the process of applying for the Mutual Learning and Support Scheme, detailing submission steps and how proposals are evaluated and selected.

This section identifies the fundamental legal and official documents that underpin the Mutual Learning and Support Scheme, establishing its authority and guiding its operations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

100.000,00 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

3.500.000,00 EUR

Deadline

Deadline:

19.09.2024

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and Horizon Europe Associated Countries, with a specific focus on encouraging participation from 'moderate' and 'emerging' innovator regions as defined by the Regional Innovation Scoreboard or European Innovation Scoreboard.

Sectors

Sectors:

Service Sector, Research and Development, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Start-ups, SMEs

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Policy Development, Capacity Building

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

European Innovation Council (EIC), Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs), European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), Enterprise Europe Network (EEN), clusters, Euroclusters, European university alliances, Missions, Startup Europe, National Contact Points, Partnerships for Regional Innovation (PRIs), national and/or regional innovation programmes, Cohesion Policy funds, Recovery and Resilience Fund, EU's External Action instruments, Economic and Investment Plans for the Western Balkans, Eastern and Southern Neighbourhoods.

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