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5+1 New Available Funding Programs

In a fast-changing environment, access to grants can act as a catalyst for digital transformation, export growth, and sustainable development. At Protogramma Informatics, we make sure you receive timely and accurate updates on current and upcoming funding actions, while we also work with reliable partners who can provide specialized guidance—so no opportunity is missed.

Below is a concise roundup of the main programs currently open, plus one notable upcoming scheme, including eligibility highlights, funding rates, and deadlines.

1) SME Export Extroversion

Focus: Strengthening SMEs’ export capabilities.

  • Beneficiaries: Existing micro, small, and medium enterprises with export activity or export growth potential. Requirements: at least 1 closed fiscal year, at least 1 FTE (2024), and an eligible NACE code.
  • Eligible expenses: Equipment, software (ERP, CRM, e‑shop), certifications, trade fair participation, product promotion.
  • Budget: From €80,000 and up (eligible up to €200,000).
  • Grant rate: 40%–50% by region (e.g., Attica 40%, other regions 50%).
  • Implementation period: Up to 24 months from approval.
  • Submissions: Until 09/10/2025.
  • Tip: Ideal for businesses structuring exports with ERP/CRM and international outreach.

Eligible NACE codes

2) Support for Productive Investments for Adaptation/Modernization and Recovery (Region of Attica)

Goal: Upgrade production capacity and competitiveness.

  • Beneficiaries: Existing businesses in construction, manufacturing, health, energy, production, tourism, transport, software, and specific service NACE codes. Requirements: ≥2 closed fiscal years, ≥2 FTEs (2024), eligible main NACE or the NACE with highest revenue over the last two years.
  • Eligible expenses: Personnel, buildings, software, marketing/promotion, service provision.
  • Budget: €30,000–€200,000.
  • Grant rate: 50% +10% for energy savings ≥20% +5% for investments on the Attica islands.
  • Submissions: Until funds are exhausted.
  • Tip: The energy‑saving bonus can significantly boost total aid—consider measurable savings solutions.

Eligible NACE codes

3) Key to Progress: Innovation, Extroversion, and Sustainable Development (Region of Central Macedonia)

For established companies seeking multi‑axis upgrades.

  • Beneficiaries: Existing businesses launched before 1/1/2023.
  • Eligible expenses: Buildings, equipment, software, promotion, certifications, services.
  • Budget: €25,000–€500,000.
  • Grant rate: 50%.
  • Submissions: Until 29/09/2025 with comparative, score‑based evaluation.
  • Tip: Emphasize documentation and impact indicators (innovation, extroversion, sustainability) to improve your score.

Eligible NACE codes

4) Starting Point for Innovation and Extroversion (Region of Central Macedonia)

Designed for new and to‑be‑established companies.

  • Beneficiaries: New businesses founded after 1/1/2023 and companies to be established after submitting the application. Wholesale/retail trade and food service are excluded.
  • Eligible expenses: Buildings, equipment, software, promotion, certifications, services.
  • Budget: €25,000–€500,000.
  • Grant rate: 50%.
  • Submissions: Until 29/09/2025 with comparative evaluation.
  • Tip: Prepare a clear business plan and market validation—proposal maturity is critical.

Eligible NACE codes

5) Go Green Entrepreneurship – Very Small Islands (up to 3,100 inhabitants)

Support with strong focus on sustainability and employment.

  • Beneficiaries: Existing, new, and to‑be‑established businesses in eligible activities.
  • Obligations: Environmental/energy‑saving expenses ≥30% and increase in employment by at least 0.5 FTE.
  • Eligible expenses: Buildings, equipment, marketing/promotion, fairs, certifications, services.
  • Budget: €20,000–€150,000.
  • Grant rate: 70%.
  • Submissions: Until 19/09/2025 with comparative evaluation.
  • Tip: Excellent for “green” upgrades on small islands with a high grant rate.

Eligible NACE codes for existing businesses
Eligible NACE codes for new/to‑be‑established businesses

Upcoming: Modernization of Small Entrepreneurship in Western Greece 2025

Expected to support extensive upgrades for micro and small enterprises in the Region of Western Greece.

  • Beneficiaries: Existing micro and small enterprises in the Region of Western Greece.
  • Eligible expenses: Equipment, building upgrades, consulting services, certifications, software, promotion, and trade fair participation.
  • Budget: €25,000–€500,000.
  • Grant rate: 50%.
  • Implementation period: Up to 24 months from approval.
  • Tip: Begin compiling documentation and supplier quotes now to submit quickly when it opens.

How to Prepare Efficiently

  • Check your eligibility: Main NACE code, 2024 FTEs, closed fiscal years, geographic location.
  • Set investment priorities: Where returns will be highest (ERP/CRM, automation, certifications, energy saving).
  • Gather documentation: Quotes, technical specs, cost breakdowns, impact indicators.
  • Plan early: Many schemes have strict deadlines or “until budget exhaustion.”

At Protogramma Informatics, we ensure timely and accurate updates so you don’t miss funding opportunities. We also have trusted partners who can provide immediate, targeted guidance—from pre‑check to submission where required. Deadlines are approaching and budgets are limited; if you’re considering investments, now is the time.

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