Funding Opportunities
A procedure has been launched to support micro- and small enterprises in overcoming the economic challenges of COVID-19. The companies can submit project proposals until 15.06.2020. The financial aid amounts to BGN 3,000 and 10,000 for overheads, salaries, and insurances, raw materials, and consumables. The application is made entirely electronically, but a Qualified electronic signature is required.
More information can be found on the website of the “Innovation and Competitiveness” Operational Program and in the following video.
Questions related to the main parameters and the eligibility of the procedure can be asked via e-mail: priemna@mi.government.bg.
In case of technical questions and difficulties, you can also use the feedback form here.
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The European Data Incubator (EDI) is looking for 35 promising startups and SMEs in big data to take part in the next round of incubation. Funding is up to 100,000 euros and consulting support. The application deadline is June 17, 2020.
For more information, please visit EDI’s website.
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By June 26, Bulgarian fintech companies can apply to the fourth edition of Elevator Lab – Raiffeisen Bank International’s global partnership programme for business development of startups and fintech companies worldwide.
The programme is looking for innovative solutions for corporate clients in the areas of “Database Analysis” and “Loyalty Programs”. More details are available on the application platform here.
The finalists’ selection will take place in August and September after remote video pitches with the chosen candidates. The Finals have been scheduled for the end of September in Bucharest.
