The European Union provides a wide range of funding opportunities to support projects in various sectors. Whether you are a business, an association, a local authority, or a research center, there is a European grant suited to your project. This guide presents all available subsidies, categorized by industry.
Why apply for European Funding?
European programs provide access to non-repayable grants, low-interest loans, and financial guarantees to develop projects in innovation, ecological transition, research, mobility, and more.
Most European funds are awarded through calls for proposals, which have specific criteria and deadlines.
Complete list of European funding by sector
Research and innovation
- Horizon Europe (2021-2027): The flagship program for research and innovation.
- Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA): Funding for researcher mobility and training.
- EIC Accelerator: Support for innovative startups and SMEs.
- ERA-NETs and Eurostars: Financing for collaborative projects between businesses and research centers.
Education and training
- Erasmus+: Funding for student mobility, training, and educational cooperation.
- European Solidarity Corps (ESC): Support for youth volunteering projects.
- Digital Education Action Plan: Initiatives to develop digital skills in Europe.
Environment and climate
- LIFE Programme: Funding for environmental and climate projects.
- Horizon Europe – Cluster Climate: Support for ecological transition.
- Just Transition Fund: Assistance for regions affected by the energy transition.
Energy
- Connecting Europe Facility (CEF – Energy): Support for energy infrastructure projects.
- Innovation Fund: Financing for industrial CO₂ reduction projects.
- Horizon Europe – Cluster Energy: Support for renewable energy and energy efficiency.
Agriculture, rural development, and fisheries
- European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD – FEADER): Support for farmers and rural areas.
- Common Agricultural Policy (CAP): Direct payments to farmers and agro-environmental measures.
- European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF – FEAMPA): Funding for sustainable fisheries and aquaculture.
Transport and mobility
- Connecting Europe Facility (CEF – Transport): Financing for transport infrastructure.
- Horizon Europe – Cluster Mobility: Innovation for sustainable transport.
- SESAR: Modernization of air traffic management in Europe.
Technology and digital
- Digital Europe Programme: Funding for cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing.
- Horizon Europe – Cluster Digital: Support for digital innovation.
- CEF Digital: Funding for 5G deployment and digital infrastructures.
Health
- EU4Health: Support for healthcare systems and disease prevention.
- Horizon Europe – Cluster Health: Financing for medical and biotechnological research.
Citizenship, human rights, and migration
- Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV): Funding for projects supporting democracy and human rights.
- Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF): Support for migrant integration and border management.
- Fund for Asylum, Migration and Integration (FAMI): Financing for refugee reception and integration initiatives.
Culture, media, and communication
- Creative Europe: Support for cultural and audiovisual industries.
- MEDIA Programme: Funding for European audiovisual production.
- New European Bauhaus: Promotion of sustainable and innovative architecture.
SMEs, entrepreneurship, and industry
- COSME: Support for SMEs in internationalization and innovation.
- InvestEU: Guarantees and loans for business development.
- Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs: Exchange program for entrepreneurs.
Justice, security, And defense
- Internal Security Fund (ISF): Funding for crime prevention and counter-terrorism projects.
- European Defence Fund (EDF): Support for defense research and cybersecurity.
Territorial and urban development
- European Regional Development Fund (ERDF – FEDER): Economic development and local infrastructure projects.
- European Social Fund Plus (ESF+ – FSE+): Funding for employment, social inclusion, and training.
- Interreg: Support for cross-border cooperation projects.
Tourism
- COSME – Tourism: Support for innovative tourism initiatives.
- ERDF – Tourism: Financing for tourism infrastructure and services.
Civil protection and humanitarian aid
- Union Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM): Crisis and disaster management funding.
- European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO): Global humanitarian aid funding.
How to obtain these Funds?
- Identify the program that matches your project.
- Monitor calls for proposals on our platform or via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal.
- Prepare a strong application that meets the program’s specific criteria.
- Collaborate with European partners if necessary.
- Get support from funding experts to increase your chances of success.
Conclusion
European funding is accessible to all types of stakeholders, including businesses, associations, local authorities, and research centers. Whether your project focuses on innovation, ecological transition, education, or culture, there is a suitable program for you.
It is essential to identify the right funding opportunity and prepare accordingly to maximize your chances of success.
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