Through FUNDED, you can access several million euros in non-dilutive, tax-free funding, combining programs such as the Forschungszulage research allowance, ZIM, or GRW funding. More than 100 clients have already used this path successfully.
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Six Essential Grant Programs for Founders and Startups
Forschungszulage
With the Forschungszulage (FZul), up to €12 million per year – and a maximum of €60 million – in internal and external personnel costs and CAPEX can be accredited. Up to €4.2 million per year (35%) is reimbursed tax-free in cash, with a maximum total reimbursement of €15 million.
ZIM
ZIM allows accreditation of up to €1.83 million in internal and external personnel expenses and other eligible costs – with cash reimbursements of up to €896,000.
GRW-Förderung
Through the GRW funding program, businesses and municipalities in economically disadvantaged regions receive support in the form of non-repayable grants for investments. There is no set upper limit on the funding.
Umweltinnovationsprogramm (UIP)
The Environmental Innovation Program (UIP) supports companies in the initial large-scale implementation of innovative environmental technologies. Funding can amount to up to €7.5 million.
Bundesförderung für Energie- und Ressourceneffizienz in der Wirtschaft (EEW)
Through the EEW funding program, companies receive support in the form of grants or low-interest loans for investments in energy and resource efficiency. Funding can amount to up to €20 million.
Gründungszuschuss
The Gründungszuschuss offers vital financial support for founders moving from unemployment to full-time self-employment. It allows founders to receive up to €22,350 net in the form of a non-repayable grant.
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"Working with Alex and his team was very pleasing for us. The structured process helped us to present our research and development activities as efficiently as possible and to successfully apply for and receive approval for the FZuL. We look forward to working with Alex and his team in the future."
Dr. Gideon Schwich
Co-Founder Cylib
"The collaboration with FUNDED was outstandingly good, incredibly professional and efficient. We have already worked with several grant consultancies and FUNDED stands out in particular with its extremely efficient communication with all parties."
René Haas
Co-Founder Neocarbon
"It took us 6 weeks from kick-off to application, which is definitely due to the good communication, structure and collaboration with the team. The quality of each draft for application materials was very accurate despite the deep tech domain and saved me a lot of time."
Tom Lüdersdorf
Co-Founder Ultihash
"FUNDED played a crucial role in helping us navigate the FZuL application process efficiently and successfully. Their structured approach, combined with attention to detail and deep expertise, made even complex requirements manageable, saving us valuable time. We’re excited to continue working with FUNDED by making use of their SaaS solution FundedOS to streamline our grant application process."
Nick Zumbühl
Co-founder Nala Earth
“The combination of expertise, attention to detail, and high responsiveness from the FUNDED team is impressive. We really enjoyed working together, even during stressful phases.“
Prof. Dr. Achim Oberg
Uni Hamburg
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How much grant funding can I get through FUNDED?
What is the Forschungszulage research allowance, and how much can I receive?
The Forschungszulage allows up to 12 million euros per year, up to 60 million euros in total, in internal and external personnel costs and investments to be recognized. Up to 4.2 million euros per year, or 35 percent, is refunded tax-free.
What does the ZIM innovation program cover?
ZIM allows accreditation of up to €1.83 million in internal and external personnel expenses and other eligible costs, with cash reimbursements of up to €896,000.
What is GRW funding?
GRW funding supports companies and municipalities in structurally weak regions with non-repayable grants for investments. There is no fixed upper limit.
What environmental projects can be funded through FUNDED?
The Umweltinnovationsprogramm (UIP) supports companies in the first large-scale implementation of innovative environmental technologies, with funding of up to 7.5 million euros. Through the EEW funding program, applicants can apply for grants or low-interest loans for energy and resource efficiency. Funding can amount to up to 20 million euros.
Is there funding for founders without revenue yet?
Yes, the Gründungszuschuss supports founders taking the step into full-time self-employment with up to 22,350 euros net as a non-repayable grant.
What if my funding program isn't listed here?
FUNDED still helps: in a personal meeting, we find a suitable funding program together, or, if you already have one in mind, support you with scoping and an initial consultation.
What government funding programs are available for startups in Germany?
In Germany, startups have access to many funding programs, including key programs such as the research allowance (Forschungszulage), the ZIM innovation program, GRW funding, the Umweltinnovationsprogramm (UIP), federal EEW funding for energy and resource efficiency, and the Gründungszuschuss for individual founders. Depending on the project, several can be combined.