Aid for studies in an economic development project
The aid for studies in an economic development project is aimed at the profiles mentioned in the catalogue: micro-businesses; SMEs; associations with employees. Eligible sectors: crafts; wood and forestry; retail; social and solidarity economy; industry; services; silver economy; tourism. Particular attention will be paid to projects that create jobs in the territory. The operations identified include: training costs; costs of a market study and/or feasibility study leading to a business plan. The amount indicated is: a grant of 50% of eligible expenditure, capped at €2,500, or €5,000 if a job is created. This amount is an indication to be confirmed: the rules in force, available budget and applicable caps must be checked with the funder.
Aid for studies in an economic development project: this scheme aims at supporting endogenous economic development; reinforcing businesses’ positioning and investment decisions when creating an activity or developing new strategies or activities. The catalogue mentions the following operations: training costs; costs of a market study and/or feasibility study leading to a business plan. Funding and eligibility must be confirmed against the official rules and the applicant’s situation. The territory mentioned on this page is: CC Portes de la Creuse en Marche. Before any spending, check whether the application must be submitted before any commitment.
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Who can apply
The catalogue mentions: micro-businesses; SMEs; associations with employees. Eligible sectors: crafts; wood and forestry; retail; social and solidarity economy; industry; services; silver economy; tourism. Particular attention will be paid to projects that create jobs in the territory. Confirm the legal status, location, sector and any exclusions in the official rules.
Eligibility conditions
Conditions listed in the catalogue: the detailed criteria are not sufficiently recorded and must be checked with the funder. Check in particular the application date, that costs have not started, the combination rules and any obligations to maintain the activity.
What the scheme covers
Operations or costs mentioned: training costs; costs of a market study and/or feasibility study leading to a business plan. Do not consider a cost eligible without confirmation of the cost base, period and exclusions.
Amount and funding terms
The catalogue indicates: a grant of 50% of eligible expenditure, capped at €2,500, or €5,000 if a job is created. The amount awarded is not guaranteed and depends on the accepted cost base, regulatory caps, co-financing and the funder’s decision. Check the current version of the rules before taking any action.
How to apply
1. Check the eligibility of the applicant and the project with the funder. 2. Have the costs, cost base and co-financing confirmed. 3. Prepare the quotes, financing plans and supporting documents requested. 4. Apply before any commitment where the rules require it. 5. Wait for the acknowledgement of receipt or the decision before starting operations if a prior application rule applies.
Timeline
No closing date is confirmed for all cases. Check the opening period, any committee dates and review times directly with the funder. Do not consider the aid open without a recent check.
Key facts
- Funder
- CC Portes de la Creuse en Marche
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Maximum amount
- €5,000
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Funding rate
- 50%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Geographic scope
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the “Aid for studies in an economic development project”?
Supporting endogenous economic development; reinforcing businesses’ positioning and investment decisions when creating an activity or developing new strategies or activities.
What amount can be obtained?
The catalogue indicates: a grant of 50% of eligible expenditure, capped at €2,500, or €5,000 if a job is created. The amount granted depends on the accepted cost base, caps, available budget and the funder’s decision. Confirm the scale in force before building the financing plan.
Who can apply for this aid?
The scheme mentions in particular: micro-businesses; SMEs; associations with employees. Eligible sectors: crafts; wood and forestry; retail; social and solidarity economy; industry; services; silver economy; tourism. Particular attention will be paid to projects that create jobs in the territory. Eligibility must be confirmed according to the applicant’s status, activity, location and any exclusions in the official rules.
Which costs and steps should be planned?
The operations mentioned are: training costs; costs of a market study and/or feasibility study leading to a business plan. The conditions indicated include: the criteria specified by the funder. Before signing any quote, placing an order or starting works, check with the competent funder whether a prior application is mandatory.
Official source
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