Funding Guideline Accelerators ERDF 2021–2027 – FRL Accelerators

Last updated: 15.6.2025
Grant

The Free State of Saxony supports the establishment and expansion of accelerators as well as the initial financing of start-ups through the Funding Guideline Accelerators ERDF 2021–2027. The goal is to promote innovative company formations in their early phase and accelerate their development to market readiness. The program significantly contributes to strengthening Saxony's start-up ecosystem.

Who is funded: Target Groups and Funding Focus

This section explains which actors can benefit from the funding, in which geographical areas the program is active, and which overarching goals it pursues. The focus is on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as operators of accelerators, as well as start-ups in their early phase.

What is funded: Project Types and Eligible Activities

This section describes which types of projects and thematic areas are supported by the program. It details the eligible cost categories and the typical development stages of the supported projects.

Type and Scope of Funding: Financial Support

This section discusses the details of financial support, including the type of funding, possible funding amounts and funding rates, and maximum project durations. The program is divided into three modules, which have different funding conditions.

Conditions and Requirements: Funding Criteria and Obligations

In this section, the specific rules and conditions for applicants and beneficiaries are detailed. This includes the prerequisites for application, applicable state aid rules such as the De-minimis Regulation, and other important provisions to be observed during the project duration.

Application Procedure: Step-by-Step to the Funding Application

This section guides through the application process, from preparation to submission, decision-making, and communication of approval. The specific procedures for the individual modules of the funding program are described in detail.

This section defines the legal bases and official documents that authorize and regulate the funding program. It identifies the primary legal source as well as all other relevant regulations and guidelines that form the framework for the implementation of the funding.

Similar Programs

#Accelerator funding Saxony#Startup support Saxony#ERDF funding#Business creation Saxony#Technology startups#High-growth startups#Early-stage financing#SME accelerators#Saxony innovation strategy#Technology transfer science#Startup mentoring#Startup coaching#Pilot project financing#Impact startups#Sustainable business models#SAB development bank#Competitive selection process#Accelerator funding guidelines

Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Open

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

900.000 € (Module 1), 600.000 € (Module 2), 30.000 € (Module 3)

Deadline

Deadline:

always open

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2029

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

Saxony (Germany)

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Green Technology, Social Enterprises

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Start-ups, Accelerators

Application Type

Application Type:

Single Applicant

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Product Development, Market Introduction, Planning, Implementation, Capacity Building, Pilot Testing

Funding Provider

Program Level:

National

Funding Body:

Saxon State Ministry for Economic Affairs, Labor and Transport (SMWA)

Managed By:

Sächsische Aufbaubank – Förderbank – (SAB)

0 x 0
XS