Support for growth-oriented start-ups and scale-ups in fashion, architecture and audiovisual media.
EIT Culture & Creativity has launched two new funding programs for startups and scale-ups in the cultural and creative industries: the "Shape Acceleration Programme" and the "Scale Post-Acceleration Programme." The programs are aimed particularly at companies in the fashion, architecture, and audiovisual media sectors that want to accelerate their growth, access international markets, and attract investors.
Funding is available for technology-driven and market-oriented solutions with scalable business models that are based on intellectual property and create economic or social value. Support can be used for business development, marketing, team building, investor relations, and legal and IP consulting, among other things. In addition to individually tailored business development services, financial grants of up to €500,000 are available.
Applications are accepted until October 12, 2026. Webinars will be held on August 27 and September 22, 2026, to present the call for applications.
Source: creative.nrw
