Grants

The federal government, the states and the EU support new companies with grants and public programmes. Here you find the most important programmes for startups in Berlin and Germany, with their requirements and how the application works. The responsible body decides on every grant. We support you with consulting grants and grant applications in our strategy consulting.

6 July 20268 min read
BAFA Funding | Your Guide to Consulting Subsidies
BAFA subsidises business consulting for startups, SMEs and freelancers. Who is eligible, which consulting is covered and how much of the cost BAFA covers.
6 July 20266 min read
BAFA INVEST | Our Guide to the Venture Capital Subsidy
BAFA INVEST gives young companies access to venture capital while reducing risk for business angels. This guide covers eligibility and how it works.
6 July 20267 min read
Success Guide | BPW Business Plan Competition Berlin-Brandenburg
The Business Plan Competition Berlin-Brandenburg supports founders with consulting, workshops, and prize money. Here's how to take part.
6 July 20263 min read
EU Funding Made Simple: Guide to De Minimis Aid for Businesses
The de minimis regulation gives businesses access to state funding without a complex EU approval process. This guide covers thresholds and eligibility.
6 July 202611 min read
Mastering the Eurostars Application: Secrets to Success
Eurostars supports innovative SMEs in international R&D projects. Which criteria apply, how the application works and what to watch for when you apply.
6 July 20263 min read
GründungsBONUS Plus Berlin: Grant of up to €50,000
The IBB's GründungsBONUS Plus: who gets it, what it covers, how much you contribute yourself and how the application works. As of September 2026.
6 July 20264 min read
Pro FIT – Project Financing: A Guide to Funding Research and Development in Germany
Pro FIT supports Berlin companies and research institutions in technology R&D. Which projects qualify, how high grants and loans are and how to apply.
6 July 20264 min read
IBB Funding: ProNTI Guide to €140,000 in Grants
ProNTI supports Berlin SMEs on non-technical innovation with grants up to 140,000 euros. This guide covers eligibility and applying with the IBB.
6 July 20264 min read
VC Fund Creative Industries Berlin – Berlin Startup Funding
The VC Fund Creative Industries Berlin invests in innovative creative-industry startups. Its requirements, how it works and what IBB Ventures adds.