Baden-Württemberg Start-up and Growth Financing (GuW-BW)
Baden-Württemberg Start-up and Growth Financing (GuW-BW) offers interest-subsidized loans to companies and freelancers for financing investments and working capital. The L-Bank program specifically supports business start-ups, consolidations, and acquisitions, and can be extended with the Master Craftsman Start-up Bonus and the Sustainability Bonus. It aims to strengthen Baden-Württemberg's economy and promote sustainable business practices.
Who is Funded?
Baden-Württemberg Start-up and Growth Financing (GuW-BW) targets a wide range of companies and individuals in Baden-Württemberg operating commercially or as freelancers. The goal is to strengthen the regional economy through targeted support for business start-ups, consolidations, acquisitions, and investments.
What is Funded?
Funding through GuW-BW covers a variety of projects that contribute to strengthening and developing businesses. These include investments in tangible and intangible assets as well as the financing of working capital. However, certain projects and costs are excluded from funding.
Type and Scope of Financing
The GuW-BW program offers interest-subsidized loans and can be supplemented by repayment grants and additional interest subsidies. The scope of financing is clearly defined, as are the loan terms and repayment modalities.
Conditions and Requirements
Certain conditions must be met for applying for and utilizing GuW-BW funding. These concern the application itself, as well as the accumulation with other funding instruments and compliance with state aid regulations.
Application Process
The application process for Baden-Württemberg Start-up and Growth Financing (GuW-BW) is conducted through the house bank. It involves submitting specific documents and adhering to certain deadlines for application and fund disbursement. Advisory services are available for support.
Legal Basis
Baden-Württemberg Start-up and Growth Financing (GuW-BW) is based on clear legal foundations that define its legitimacy and functionality. These include L-Bank guidelines as well as European state aid regulations that set the framework for granting funding.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
5,000,000 €
Deadline:
always open
Open Until:
30.06.2027
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Baden-Württemberg (Germany)
Sectors:
Other
Application Type:
Single Applicant
Funding Stages:
Planning, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Process Optimization, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
L-Bank, Ministry of Economic Affairs, Labor and Tourism Baden-Württemberg, KfW
Managed By:
L-Bank
Additional Partners:
Bürgschaftsbank Baden-Württemberg, House Banks