# Business Finland - Innovation Funding

## Overview
Business Finland is Finland's innovation funding agency providing support for innovation projects, internationalization, and research collaborations, including circular economy and digital innovation initiatives.

## Managing Body
Business Finland (Finnish innovation funding agency)

## Funding Type
Grants for innovation projects, research and development, internationalization, and business growth

## Funding Amount
- Varies by program and project type
- Support for startups, SMEs, and research organizations
- International collaboration funding
- Multiple funding instruments available

## Deadlines
- **STATUS: OPEN** (as of November 2025)
- Continuous intake for many programs
- Call-specific deadlines vary
- Check [Business Finland website](https://www.businessfinland.fi/en) for current deadlines

## Eligibility
- Finnish companies
- Research organizations
- Startups and SMEs
- International collaboration projects
- Must demonstrate innovation and Finnish impact

## Thematic Focus
- Circular economy innovations
- Digital innovation
- Green technologies
- Sustainable business development
- International market expansion

## Relevance to City Resource Graph
- Innovation funding for industrial symbiosis platforms
- Support for circular economy digital solutions
- International collaboration opportunities
- Research-industry partnerships
- Pilot testing and commercialization support

## Links
- [Business Finland Website](https://www.businessfinland.fi/en)
- [Services](https://www.businessfinland.fi/en/services/)
- [Programs](https://www.businessfinland.fi/en/services/Programs-and-ecosystems/Programs/)
- [European Programmes](https://www.businessfinland.fi/suomalaisille-asiakkaille/palvelut/ohjelmat/eurooppalaiset-ohjelmat)

## Application Tips
- Use the "My Business Finland" service to find suitable funding
- Focus on innovation and sustainability impact
- Leverage international collaboration opportunities
- Explore EU funding programs through Business Finland
- Consider advisory services alongside funding