EAS (Enterprise Estonia) launched a support program on August 3 aimed at enhancing the export capabilities and added value of creative industry entrepreneurs.
This support can be used, for instance, to provide business incubation services as well as development services for creative entrepreneurs.
Support can be used for:
- Offering business incubation services (including preliminary and main incubation).
- Providing development services to support sustainable growth, export capability, and investment attraction for entrepreneurs in the creative industries.
- Direct personnel costs of support service providers (up to 30% of eligible project costs).
Applications are welcomed from companies or organizations registered in Estonia that possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to provide support services in the creative industries. Additionally, the availability of relevant infrastructure and/or technological capabilities is crucial.
The deadline for submitting applications is October 2, 2023, by 16:00. The support amount per company is up to 150,000 euros, with a minimum self-financing requirement of at least 30%, and a project duration of up to 24 months. The budget for this application round is 1,250,000 euros.