Grant Details

GRANT OVERVIEW

Grant name and funding organization

Wzornictwo w MŚP

Polska Agencja Rozwoju Przedsiębiorczości (PARP)

Total funding amount and duration

Total funding amount: 60,000,000 PLN

Maximum grant amount: 3,000,000 PLN

Funding duration: 2021-2027

Primary objective and mission statement

Support MŚP in Eastern Poland, focusing on entrepreneurial women.

Utilize design processes to improve market position and product attractiveness.

Key stakeholders and beneficiaries

Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MŚP)

Entrepreneurial women in Eastern Poland

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Organization Requirements

Eligible organization types: Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MŚP).

Must be led by entrepreneurial women.

Geographic Scope

Location requirements: Eastern Poland, specifically the provinces of Lublin, Podkarpackie, Podlaskie, Świętokrzyskie, Warmińsko-Mazurskie, and Mazowieckie (excluding the capital region).

Project Requirements

Projects must involve a design audit and the development of a design strategy.

Focus on improving product and service offerings.

Financial Requirements

Funding covers up to 85% of eligible costs.

Minimum eligible project costs: 200,000 PLN.

Maximum funding per project: 3,000,000 PLN.

Timeline Requirements

Application period: April 29, 2025, to July 29, 2025.

Project implementation must start after the application submission.

Previous Funding Considerations

Projects must not have started before the application submission date.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Required documentation and materials

Application must include a design strategy and audit report.

Evaluation criteria and scoring system

Projects are evaluated based on criteria outlined in the selection regulations.

Review process and timeline

Evaluation period: up to 90 days after the application deadline.

Selection criteria and priorities

Projects must achieve a minimum score of 13 points out of 27 to be considered for funding.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

Unique aspects or requirements

Focus on projects led by women and promoting gender equality.

Potential challenges or limitations

Projects must adhere to strict eligibility criteria and timelines.

Strategic alignment opportunities

Aligns with EU policies on gender equality and sustainable development.

Competitive advantages or disadvantages

Projects that incorporate innovative design processes may have a competitive edge.

KEY INSIGHTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Critical success factors

Strong alignment with program objectives and clear project goals.

Common pitfalls to avoid

Starting project activities before the application submission.

Strategic recommendations for applicants

Ensure all documentation is complete and submitted on time.

Competitive positioning advice

Highlight innovative aspects of the project in the application.

Grant Details

design entrepreneurship women empowerment eastern poland innovation smes funding european funds sustainability
Wzornictwo w MŚP
FEPW.01.04-IP.01-001/25
Fundusze Europejskie dla Polski Wschodniej 2021-2027
None
60000000.00
200000.00
3000000.00
PLN
85.00
July 29, 2025, 4 p.m.
2025-08-01 to 2025-10-30