LEADER: transforming practices and fostering new local models
The action aims to accelerate the ecological, energy, digital and economic transition by supporting innovative and collective projects. The catalogue operations range from third places and reused premises to digital services, the circular economy and changes in practices. The area, rate and exact conditions are not given in the catalogue: the official action sheet is essential.
This action does not target an isolated cost, but a change in practices across an area or a network of players. It can cover the emergence of new economic and social models, creating third places, reusing vacant premises, the digital transition of businesses and shops, or sobriety and circular economy approaches. The application must explain the change sought, the players involved and measurable results.
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Who can apply
The catalogue mentions local authorities, public bodies, associations, chambers of commerce and trades, cooperatives, SMEs, agricultural or forestry training bodies, tourist offices, foundations and other organisations. Eligibility depends on the local action sheet and the nature of the project; do not treat this list as universal.
Eligibility conditions
The project must match the systemic transition objective and be located within the relevant LAG’s area. Digital projects, third places, renovation of premises, circular economy and changes in practices may be subject to different rules. Identify the area and the official action sheet before confirming beneficiaries, costs and whether the action is open.
What the scheme covers
Ideas described in the catalogue: fostering new economic or social models; creating or equipping third places; renovating disused premises for local activities; supporting the digital transition of businesses and shops; developing a digital public service for businesses; organising sobriety, circular economy and climate change awareness actions.
Amount and funding terms
No rate or cap is given. Have the LAG check eligible investment and coordination costs, the rate, caps and co-financing rules before any decision to launch.
How to apply
1. Describe current practice and the change sought. 2. Identify the players to involve and the expected benefits for the area. 3. Distinguish study, coordination, works and equipment costs. 4. Obtain the official action sheet from the LAG and written confirmation of eligible costs. 5. Submit the application before any unauthorised start.
Timeline
The exact period and whether the action is open are not given. Do not treat it as available before identifying the LAG, its current action sheet and its application dates.
Key facts
- Funder
- Union européenne
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Open
- Funding rate
- 80%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Closes
- 31 December 2027
- Geographic scope
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
Can a third place be eligible?
Yes, creating third places is among the operations described. Check the LAG’s criteria, fit-out costs and durability conditions.
Does the funding cover any digital project?
No. The project must meet the local transition objectives and correspond to the operations explicitly provided for by the action sheet.
Official source
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