COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support
The 'COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support' program, under the Single Market Programme (SMP) - COSME strand, aims to bolster the resilience and competitiveness of tourism SMEs. It uniquely emphasizes digital and green transformation, fostering innovation and cooperation across the tourism value chain to support the sector's recovery from the COVID-19 crisis. The program provides grants to transnational consortia, which in turn offer financial support to a broad range of tourism SMEs.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope where project activities must be conducted, and the overarching objectives of the 'COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support' program. It clarifies who can apply and what strategic impacts the program seeks to achieve.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding under the program. It also outlines which costs are covered, which are excluded, and the typical developmental stage of the supported projects.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section outlines the financial mechanisms and limits of the 'COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support' program. It details the types of financial assistance available, the funding amounts and rates, and the expected duration for funded projects.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to. It covers application terms, collaboration guidelines, financial stipulations, and other critical provisions to ensure compliance and successful project implementation.
Application Procedure
This section guides potential applicants through the application process for the 'COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support' program. It outlines the step-by-step submission procedure, details the evaluation and selection process, and explains how applicants are notified of funding decisions.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the primary legal and official documents that establish and govern the 'COVID-19 Recovery Through Sustainable Tourism Growth and SME Support' funding program. It details the foundational authorization and key regulations shaping the program's operation, ensuring transparency regarding its legal basis.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
Up to 10,000 € per SME (for financial support to third parties).
Allocated Budget:
Total budget for 2021: 12,420,000 €
Deadline:
02.03.2022
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union member states, EEA countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway), countries associated to the Single Market Programme (SMP), and countries in ongoing negotiations for an association agreement which enters into force before grant signature (e.g., Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey).
Sectors:
Tourism, Agriculture and Agribusiness
Beneficiaries:
Tourism, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs)
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
EISMEA
Additional Partners:
Business Support Organisations (BSOs), Destination Management Organisations (DMOs), universities, educational institutions, research centres, NGOs, public authorities, chambers of commerce, private companies, innovation agencies, accelerators, incubators, innovation hubs.
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