Single Market Programme
Forecasted
The Single Market Programme by the European Commission funds research-driven exchanges to boost entrepreneurship, innovation, and SME competitiveness across the EU and associated countries.
Funder: European Commission
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: €750,000–€1,500,000 per project (typical); €20 million total call budget; 24-month projects
Summary: Supports intermediary organisations to facilitate cross-border exchanges between new and experienced entrepreneurs, strengthening entrepreneurship and SME competitiveness in the EU and associated countries.
Key Information: This is a forecasted call; timelines and details are subject to confirmation in the official call launch.
Description
This upcoming call under the Single Market Programme (SMP COSME strand) will fund intermediary organisations (IOs) to implement the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs initiative. The programme aims to foster entrepreneurship, support new and aspiring entrepreneurs through cross-border exchanges with established business owners, and enhance the competitiveness and innovation of European SMEs. IOs act as local contact points, recruiting and supporting entrepreneurs, managing exchanges, and ensuring high-quality outcomes in line with EU priorities including digitalisation, sustainability, and gender balance.
