COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support
This EU funding program, "COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support" (SMP-COSME-2021-TOURSME-01), aims to bolster the resilience and competitiveness of tourism Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). It uniquely supports their digital and green transformation, fostering innovation and enhanced cooperation across the tourism value chain, thereby contributing to the sector's post-pandemic recovery.
Who is Funded
This section details the eligible entities, geographical scope, and overarching objectives of the "COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support" program. It focuses on supporting a diverse range of organizations and individuals contributing to the sustainable and digital transformation of the tourism sector across the European Union and associated countries.
What is Funded
This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding under the "COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support" program, along with details on covered and excluded costs and the typical project development stage. The focus is on innovative and sustainable solutions that enhance the tourism sector's competitiveness and resilience.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides a clear overview of the financial assistance available under the "COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support" program, detailing the type of financial instrument, funding amounts, co-financing rates, and typical project duration.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential conditions, regulations, and stipulations that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to when participating in the "COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support" program, ensuring compliance and effective project execution.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the key steps and requirements for the application process for the "COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support" program, from preparing and submitting proposals to the evaluation and selection of projects.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents governing the "COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support" program, providing insight into its legitimacy and operational framework.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
Up to 10,000 €
Allocated Budget:
12,420,000 €
Deadline:
02.03.2022
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden), and countries in ongoing negotiations for association to the Single Market Programme (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey).
Sectors:
Tourism, Service Sector, Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Research and Development, Cultural Institutions, Agriculture and Agribusiness
Beneficiaries:
Tourism, Hospitality, SMEs, Agriculture, forestry & fishing
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Implementation, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)
Additional Partners:
Business Support Organisations (BSO), Destination Management Organisations (DMO)
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