Participate in initiatives for entrepreneurs

When you start a business in Germany, you must comply with certain regulations and requirements. Here you will find information on your rights and obligations, particularly regarding initiatives for entrepreneurs.

Funding programs for businesses

You can find the right program for you or your company in the Funding database. The database contains all programs and funding at the EU, federal, and state levels.

Using various filter and search functions, you can search the database for relevant funding programs and funding organizations. The following can participate in the funding programs: Facilities participate

• educational institution
• Start-up founder
• research institution
• University
• Municipality
• Public institution
• Private individual
• Company
• Association / Organization

Available financing

The available funding depends on the respective funding program. Please check the funding database directly for information on the financing options for the funding programs relevant to you.

Who is responsible for the management of the programs/initiatives

The responsibility can at the EU, federal, or state level lie. Furthermore, it is possible that grants through selected Partner institutions be carried out and for which they are also responsible. An example of this is the Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW).

How can I apply?

The application process varies depending on the selected funding program. Please check the funding database directly for information regarding the application process for the funding programs relevant to you.

• Grant Database for Businesses
• KfW Bankengruppe
• International initiatives for entrepreneurs
• Entrepreneurs in Germany