Proximity and social economy industrial ecosystem: boosting the digital transition of social economy enterprises and SMEs
This EU action grant, SMP-COSME-2023-SEED-01, aims to accelerate the digital transformation of social economy enterprises and Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) within the proximity and social economy industrial ecosystem. It emphasizes fostering digital skills, enhancing organizational efficiency, and promoting Digital Social Innovation through transnational partnerships to achieve a fair and inclusive digital transition.
Who is Funded
This program targets a broad range of entities involved in the social economy and aims to enhance their digital capabilities and promote Digital Social Innovation. The primary beneficiaries are social economy SMEs and the organizations that support them, with a specific geographical focus on EU Member States and associated countries.
What is Funded
This program funds activities aimed at boosting the digital capacity and maturity of social economy entities and SMEs, with a strong emphasis on practical support and innovation.
Type and Scope of Funding
This program provides grants, with a significant portion allocated for direct financial support to third parties, emphasizing a multi-country consortium approach.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must form a transnational consortium and adhere to specific conditions regarding composition, activities, and budget allocation to ensure broad impact and proper governance.
Application Procedure
The application process involves a single-stage submission with clear guidelines and support resources available to applicants.
Legal Basis
This funding program is firmly rooted in European Union legal and policy frameworks, ensuring its legitimacy and alignment with broader EU objectives.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
90% of eligible costs (100% for financial support to third parties)
Allocated Budget:
8,000,000 €
Deadline:
21.11.2023
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States, EEA countries, countries associated to the Single Market Programme, and countries in ongoing negotiations for an SMP association agreement (Albania, Georgia, Armenia, Ukraine).
Sectors:
Other
Beneficiaries:
Social economy enterprises, SMEs, social economy 'enabling organisations'
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Capacity Building, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Implementation, Service Delivery, Awareness Campaigns, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)
Additional Partners:
No additional partners explicitly identified beyond consortium members and implementing agencies.
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