Δράσεις ενίσχυσης υφιστάμενων και υπό σύσταση φορέων Κ.ΑΛ.Ο. στην Περιφέρεια Πελοποννήσου

The new initiative supports investment projects of existing and newly established Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) entities in the Region of Peloponnese. Its aim is to strengthen social entrepreneurship, promote employment, and empower local development, in accordance with Law 4430/2016.

🔹 Action Status

📍 Publication Pending

📅 Submission Period

Start: October 13, 2025
End: November 28, 2025

📍 Implementation Area: Region of Peloponnese 💰 Type of Support: Grant / Subsidy

🔹 Objective of the Action

The action aims to strengthen Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) entities that are active or plan to operate in the Peloponnese Region, by empowering:

the sustainability of social enterprises,
employment and collective entrepreneurship,
the cohesion and development of local communities.

Specific Objectives

Through the program, the following are pursued:

στήριξη συλλογικών και αυτοδιαχειριζόμενων εγχειρημάτων.
βελτίωση των οικονομικών αποτελεσμάτων των φορέων Κ.ΑΛ.Ο. στην Περιφέρεια.
ενίσχυση της ανταγωνιστικότητας και της βιωσιμότητας των κοινωνικών επιχειρήσεων.
αύξηση της κοινωνικής ωφέλειας που παράγουν.

🔹 What Is Funded

The support covers investments in intangible assets and operating costs, such as:

💼 Payroll costs for existing or new staff
🎓 Training expenses for employees
📋 Fees for support services (accounting, legal, consulting)
📣 Expenses for promotion, communication, and networking

The grants are awarded under Regulation (EU) 2023/2831 (De Minimis) for aid of minor importance.

Eligible Participants

The following are eligible to participate:

Existing Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) entities under Article 3 of Law 4430/2016, registered in the SSE Registry with a valid certificate or proof of registration.
Newly established Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) entities that will be formed and commence activity after the application submission and before their final inclusion in the program.

🔹 Budget & Intensity of Support

💰 Minimum budget: 20.000 €
💰 Maximum budget: 80.000 €
💯 Intensity of support: 100% public funding

The total public expenditure is allocated as follows:

70% for existing SSE entities
30% for newly established SSE entities

There is a possibility of transferring funds between categories, if required.

🔹 Submission Procedure

Funding applications will be submitted exclusively online through the Integrated State Aid Information System (OPSKE), using the standardized Funding Application Form and the supporting documents required by the call.

AFS HANDLES YOUR APPLICATION!

The AFS team is ready to undertake the entire process of preparing, submitting, and monitoring your application, ensuring proper guidance, speed, and success in your inclusion in the program.