The funding landscape in Berlin is complex. Companies have little time to select the relevant programs and submit the corresponding applications. We take care of the entire process, from selection to payment of the grant.
Funding is available for almost every research and development project. Would you like to know which grants are available to you in Berlin? Secure a free initial consultation now!
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Research and development funding in Berlin enables innovative SMEs in particular to finance development projects and to use additional grants in Berlin for investment and growth. Funding opportunities can be optimized through the intelligent dovetailing of funding in Berlin and federal programs. As Forenti, we support you in the strategic selection, application and optimal combination of the relevant funding instruments.
Young start-ups in Berlin can receive a grant of up to €50,000 for innovative business ideas with the GründungsBONUS Plus. Funding is available for technology-oriented or creative projects in the early growth phase, e.g. product development, market entry or scaling.
ProFIT supports research and development projects of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Berlin and Brandenburg, also in cooperation with research institutions. Funding is provided as a grant or loan with a funding rate of up to 80 percent.
GRW (Joint Task for the Improvement of Regional Economic Structures) promotes investments in structurally weak regions. Grants of up to 50% are available for small companies from an investment sum of 60,000 euros. Medium-sized and large companies can receive funding for investments of 2 million euros or more. Eligible projects include production facilities, tourism projects and job creation.
Forschungszulage is a funding instrument aimed specifically at German companies that invest in research and development (R&D). Since 2020, the Forschungszulage Act (FZulG) has enabled companies to deduct up to 35% of their R&D costs from their tax burden and thus gain valuable liquidity. This applies to both in-house research projects and contract research.
ZIM promotes technology-open research and development projects in SMEs and in cooperation with research institutions. Funding is provided as a grant of up to 45%, with maximum funding depending on the type of project and number of partners. Innovation networks are also supported.
The program is aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises that are active in research. Funding is provided for high-risk, technology-oriented R&D projects in future-oriented fields such as bioeconomy, medical technology or IT security. The funding rate is between 40% and 60%, depending on the topic and company size.
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We get to know you and your projects in a short meeting – also via video – and then analyze which funding programs are suitable for you and your company.
