Financial support
Open Calls for Proposals: Financial Support for Social Economy SMEs in the Blue Economy Sector
Bluedots Germany Living Lab: 18-19 June 2026
The Open Calls for Financial Support to attend the Bluedots Living Labs are part of our mission to empower social economy actors in the blue sector to embrace digital innovation, accelerating the transition towards a sustainable and inclusive blue economy.
Information on the next Financial Support Call will be published soon.
Capacity Building Event
This event will provide:
- Opportunities to exchange knowledge with international experts, SMEs, and enabling organizations.
- Insights into integrating digital-social innovation principles into blue economy operations.
- Practical workshops and networking opportunities.
What you will get from these two days?
- Concrete examples and best practices you can adapt to your context
- Practical insights on digital tools and solutions to support sustainability, inclusion and visitor management
- Space to discuss the real challenges on the ground, from overtourism and biodiversity to mobility, accessibility, waste and water impacts
- Curated networking and business speed dating to meet the right partners and build collaborations
Application guidelines
Please read the full call carefully to access all details before applying.
Key details of the Call
- Application period: 1 April 2026 – 15 May 2026
- Eligibility: Social Economy SMEs and enabling organisations active in the blue economy sector in Europe.
- Selected Beneficiaries: Up to 90 organisations will be chosen to participate in the Bluedots Financial Facility Programme.
Financial Support
Beneficiaries will receive up to €800 per organisation (covering expenses for up to two people) to support their travel, accommodation, and subsistence costs.
This Call is part of our mission to empower social economy actors in the blue sector to embrace digital innovation, accelerating the shift towards a sustainable and inclusive blue economy.
Closed calls
The Call for Participation for the Germany Living Lab, was open from 1 April to 25 May 2026.
Find the details of the previous call for financial support here.
The Call for Participation for the Italy Living Lab, was open from 16 January 2026 until 27 February 2026.
Find the details of the previous call for financial support here.