Master Craftsperson Start-up Premium Open
The Master Craftsperson Start-up Premium Berlin is a funding program by the State of Berlin, co-financed by the ERDF, supporting master craftswomen and craftsmen in their first business establishment, company takeover, or active participation in Berlin. It offers a one-time grant in two stages, including a women's bonus and premiums for creating jobs and training positions.
Who is Funded
The Master Craftsperson Start-up Premium Berlin is aimed at highly qualified master craftspersons who wish to start a self-employed activity in Berlin or take over a craft business. The program aims to promote sustainable business start-ups and secure the existence and expansion of craft enterprises in Berlin, particularly by strengthening the innovative capacity of Berlin's economy. The funding is limited to the State of Berlin.
What is Funded
The Master Craftsperson Start-up Premium Berlin supports two main areas: the initial establishment of a business or takeover of a craft enterprise (basic funding) and the creation of additional jobs or training positions. Eligible measures focus on craft businesses according to the Crafts Code that contribute to Berlin's innovation strategy. Funding is provided as a one-time grant.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Master Craftsperson Start-up Premium Berlin is granted as a one-time grant in two stages, which can reach up to 25,000 Euro. The basic funding is 10,000 Euro and can be increased to 15,000 Euro with a women's bonus. Additional funding is provided for the creation of jobs and training positions.
Conditions and Requirements
Specific requirements apply to the Master Craftsperson Start-up Premium regarding application submission, business establishment, creation of jobs or training positions, as well as legal frameworks such as the De minimis Regulation and the prohibition of double funding. Compliance with cross-cutting EU principles is also required.
Application Procedure
The application for the Master Craftsperson Start-up Premium Berlin must be submitted before commencing self-employed activity and after mandatory consultation with the Chamber of Skilled Crafts Berlin. The decision on approval is made by the Senate Department for Economics, Energy and Public Enterprises.
Legal Basis
The Master Craftsperson Start-up Premium Berlin is based on a specific guideline of the State of Berlin, co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). It is also subject to the provisions of the State Budget Code and the EU De minimis Regulation, which form the legal framework for granting aid.
Funding Overview
Maximum Amount:
25,000 Euro
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Individual Aid
Region:
Berlin (Germany)
Sectors:
Transportation and Logistics, Energy Production and Supply, Information and Communication Technology, Creative Industries, Healthcare, Other
Beneficiaries:
Crafts Sector
Funding Stages:
Market Introduction, Planning, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level: Regional
Funding Body: State of Berlin, Senate Department for Economics, Energy and Public Enterprises
Managed By: Chamber of Skilled Crafts Berlin
Additional Partners: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
Website: Handwerkskammer Berlin