The European Innovation Council (EIC) is a key component of the Horizon Europe program initiated by the European Commission. Its goal is to identify, develop, and scale breakthrough technologies and innovations. This program offers funding for startups and businesses through four main instruments that cover all stages of the innovation lifecycle—from research to investment in ready solutions. Depending on the chosen program, companies can attract between €500,000 and €30 million.
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EIT Food Program for Innovations in the Food Industry
The EIT Food community promotes the acceleration of innovations to shape the future food system that produces healthy and sustainable food. The program focuses on implementing innovations in food systems, with a maximum contribution of no more than €1 million per year for a maximum of two years.
Grants for Ukrainian Tech Companies
In turn, the Ukrainian Startup Fund, in collaboration with the Western NIS Enterprise Fund (WNISEF), continues to implement a grant program to support Ukrainian tech companies. Within this program, $2.5 million is planned to be allocated for funding early-stage startups. Key priority areas include blockchain, cybersecurity, energy, ecology, industry, artificial intelligence, and other innovative sectors. Startups can receive between $25,000 and $50,000.