Scale Post-Acceleration Programme
Pays EU creative-sector scaleups up to EUR500,000 to fund growth and investment readiness.
The call runs two linked strands: Shape Acceleration for startups with early market traction, and Scale Post-Acceleration for startups and scaleups with proven product-market fit and recent outside investment. Applicants submit a pitch deck, budget and supporting evidence through the EU Funding & Tender Portal by the deadline, and EIT Culture & Creativity evaluates and selects around 50 ventures. …
EIT Culture & Creativity backs startups and scaleups in the Cultural and Creative Sectors and Industries that are ready to accelerate growth, attract investment and expand internationally. The 2027 cohort covers Fashion, Architecture and Audio-Visual Media, with further topics announced later. It wants tech-enabled, market-driven, IP-leveraged ventures able to scale commercially and strengthen Europe's creative economy.
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