Funding for Business Start-ups and Development of Micro-Enterprises in Rural Areas Open
The state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania promotes the establishment and development of micro-enterprises in rural areas. The program offers grants for investments to create and expand non-agricultural business establishments to diversify the economic structure. With a funding rate of up to 35%, it is important support for start-ups and existing businesses in selected sectors.
Who is Funded
The state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania supports micro-enterprises in rural areas in establishing and developing their business premises. The funding aims to create non-agricultural activities and diversify the rural economic structure. Specific sectors and location criteria must be met.
What is Funded
The funding program supports investment projects for the establishment or expansion of business premises that serve the creation and development of non-agricultural activities. Both eligible and excluded cost categories are clearly defined.
Type and Scope of Funding
The funding is provided as a non-repayable grant and is project funding by way of co-financing. The amount of the grant depends on the eligible expenses and may be higher for start-ups.
Conditions and Requirements
Various conditions and legal requirements must be observed for applying for and receiving funding, including proof of project financing, compliance with the de minimis rule, and the non-commencement rule.
Application Procedure
The application for funding must be submitted in writing to the State Office for Agriculture and Environment Westmecklenburg. The evaluation and approval of applications are carried out according to predefined selection criteria within the framework of available budgetary funds.
Legal Basis
This funding program is based on the 'Guideline for the Promotion of Business Start-ups and Development of Micro-Enterprises in Rural Areas (KU RL M-V)' and is embedded in a comprehensive system of European and national regulations that govern its legitimacy and implementation.
Funding Overview
Maximum Amount:
up to 30 percent of eligible expenses, for business start-ups and business successions up to 35 percent of eligible expenses
Deadline:
30.11.2025
Open Until:
31.12.2025
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania (outside major and medium-sized urban centers)
Sectors:
Consumer Goods Industry, Service Sector, Tourism, Other
Beneficiaries:
Micro-enterprises
Funding Stages:
Market Introduction, Scaling, Implementation
Funding Provider
Program Level: Regional
Funding Body: Ministry for Climate Protection, Agriculture, Rural Areas and Environment Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania
Managed By: State Office for Agriculture and Environment Westmecklenburg
Website: Staatliches Amt für Landwirtschaft und Umwelt Westmecklenburg