{"id":11254,"date":"2026-10-31T23:49:14","date_gmt":"2026-10-31T21:49:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ikefigoumenitsas.gr\/?page_id=11254"},"modified":"2026-10-31T23:53:41","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T21:53:41","slug":"espa-grants-funding","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ikefigoumenitsas.gr\/en\/espa-grants-funding\/","title":{"rendered":"ESPA Grants &#038; Funding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"iks pad\">\n<p class=\"lead\">Want to start a business or grow yours with a grant? <strong>\u0399\u039a\u0395\u03a6 Igoumenitsa<\/strong>, together with Motive Epirus, handles your application for <strong>ESPA, LEADER and DYPA programmes<\/strong> and subsidised loans, from the eligibility check to the final payment. We work with businesses across Thesprotia and Epirus.<\/p>\n<div class=\"heroBtns\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"tel:+302665026679\">Free pre-check: +30 2665 026679<\/a><a class=\"btn alt\" href=\"https:\/\/ikefigoumenitsas.gr\/en\/open-funding-programmes\/\">See open programmes<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"alert\"><div>\ud83d\udce2<\/div><div><b>Open now: LEADER Epirus, 1st call for private projects.<\/b> Grants of up to 65% for investments up to \u20ac300,000 in Thesprotia and Ioannina. Applications until <b>04\/02\/2027<\/b>. <a href=\"https:\/\/ikefigoumenitsas.gr\/en\/leader-epirus-1st-call-private-projects\/\">Read our guide \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h2>What we do<\/h2>\n<div class=\"cards\">\n<div class=\"card\"><strong>Free pre-check<\/strong>We check which programme fits your investment, whether you meet the criteria and how many points you can score.<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\"><strong>Business plan<\/strong>We prepare the viability study, budget and timeline so they stand up to evaluation.<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\"><strong>Application<\/strong>We gather documents and quotes and submit your application on \u039f\u03a0\u03a3\u039a\u0395 before the deadline.<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\"><strong>Evaluation &amp; objections<\/strong>We answer clarification requests and, if needed, file an objection to the results.<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\"><strong>Project monitoring<\/strong>Amendments, payment claims, advance payment, final inspection: we follow your file until completion.<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\"><strong>Everything in one place<\/strong>Accounting and tax, project insurance and gov.gr certificates, all in the same office in Igoumenitsa.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Programmes we cover<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"chk\">\n<li><strong>ESPA 2021\u20132027<\/strong>: national \u201cCompetitiveness\u201d calls and regional \u201cEpirus 2021\u20132027\u201d calls<\/li>\n<li><strong>LEADER \/ CLLD<\/strong>: local programmes for tourism, processing, services and crafts<\/li>\n<li><strong>DYPA<\/strong>: new-business programmes for the unemployed<\/li>\n<li><strong>Subsidised loans<\/strong>: TEPIX III by the Hellenic Development Bank<\/li>\n<li><strong>Development Law<\/strong>: for larger investments<\/li>\n<li><strong>Energy programmes<\/strong>: efficiency and solar for businesses, when announced<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How we work<\/h2>\n<div class=\"steps\">\n<div class=\"step\"><strong>Meeting &amp; pre-check<\/strong>You tell us your plans. We tell you, free of charge, whether and where they can be funded.<\/div>\n<div class=\"step\"><strong>Preparation &amp; submission<\/strong>We prepare the study, budget and documents and submit your application on \u039f\u03a0\u03a3\u039a\u0395.<\/div>\n<div class=\"step\"><strong>Implementation &amp; payment<\/strong>After approval we guide your purchases and paperwork and file the payment claims.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq\">\n<div><h3>How much does the pre-check cost?<\/h3><p>The initial eligibility check is free. If we go ahead, you get a written quote for preparing and monitoring the application. In many programmes the consultant fee is an eligible cost.<\/p><\/div>\n<div><h3>Can I start buying before my application is approved?<\/h3><p>In most programmes, costs incurred before the application is submitted are not funded or can lead to rejection. Talk to us before signing contracts or paying invoices.<\/p><\/div>\n<div><h3>How much do I need to contribute?<\/h3><p>The grant covers a percentage of the investment (e.g. up to 65% in LEADER Epirus). You cover the rest from your own funds or a loan, usually proven with a bank document.<\/p><\/div>\n<div><h3>When do I receive the grant?<\/h3><p>Usually after implementation, in one or more instalments, through payment claims. Some programmes offer an advance against a bank guarantee.<\/p><\/div>\n<div><h3>What is de minimis?<\/h3><p>It is the EU \u201cminor aid\u201d regime. Each business can receive up to \u20ac300,000 of such aid over three years. We check your remaining allowance before applying.<\/p><\/div>\n<div><h3>I don\u2019t have a business yet. Can I apply?<\/h3><p>Yes, many programmes accept businesses being set up or individuals. We tell you exactly when to register, as it differs between programmes.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cta\"><div><strong>Book a free pre-check<\/strong><p>8is Dekemvriou 6, Igoumenitsa \u00b7 Mon\u2013Fri 10:00\u201320:00<\/p><\/div><div class=\"btns\"><a class=\"b\" href=\"tel:+302665026679\">Call +30 2665 026679<\/a><a class=\"b alt\" href=\"https:\/\/ikefigoumenitsas.gr\/en\/contact\/\">Send a message<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">[{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does the pre-check cost?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The initial eligibility check is free. If we go ahead, you get a written quote for preparing and monitoring the application. 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