Deadline Date: May 15, 2026
The Business Reports for SMEs Grant is requesting applications to help small and medium-sized enterprises access external consultancy services for improved business decision-making.
The focus areas of the program include business planning, process and systems review, improving operational efficiency, enhancing competitiveness, supporting entrepreneurship, enabling economic use of new ideas, and promoting sustainable growth and job creation in SMEs.
This scheme is designed to assist small and medium-sized enterprises that may lack internal resources to carry out detailed studies required for investment decisions. It enables businesses to access external expertise to develop structured business reports that guide strategic planning and operational improvements.
Funding under this scheme is used to part-finance consultancy services that provide either a business plan or a process and systems review. These reports are intended to help enterprises become more efficient, competitive, and better prepared for growth and investment opportunities.
The program operates within a broader framework aimed at promoting a smarter and more competitive economy through innovation and economic transformation. It contributes to strengthening SMEs by supporting informed decision-making and productivity improvements.
The scheme will remain operational until 31 December 2026, subject to the availability of funds. The total allocated budget is €1,500,000, with €1,350,000 . The grant is provided as a lump sum of €4,000 per eligible application.
Eligibility is open to micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises engaged in economic activities, regardless of their legal form. Applicants must comply with legal registration requirements, including those applicable to entities without legal personality.
For more information, visit FONDI.eu.
