turash/funding/national/finland/business-finland/PROGRAM_INFO.md
Damir Mukimov cdca1ea1a7
Reorganize funding programs and create application documents
- Reorganized funding program structure: moved standalone .md files into organized directories with PROGRAM_INFO.md and APPLICATION_SCOPE.md
- Created budget files for selected priority programs:
  * EIC Accelerator: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€1.815M)
  * ZIM: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€465k)
  * DBU: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€152.5k)
  * LIFE Programme: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€1.815M)
- Created team CV files for all selected programs (CV_Damir_Mukimov.md)
- Added application documents structure:
  * funding/applications/budget/ - Master budget files and templates
  * funding/applications/team_cvs/ - Master CV and team expertise summary
- Updated FUNDING_GAP_ANALYSIS.md to reflect completed documents
- Added APPLICATION_REQUIREMENTS_REPORT.md with detailed requirements
- Added PREPARATION_PRIORITY.md for application preparation workflow
2025-11-01 09:59:48 +01:00

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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 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

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