Funding Opportunities in Bremen: Find Suitable Programs

Funding in Bremen can help you implement projects more quickly – whether you are founding a startup, investing as an SME, planning a research or transfer project, or advancing a social initiative in the neighborhood. In the state of Bremen, projects that strengthen innovation and technology transfer, promote digitalization, or measurably contribute to decarbonization, energy efficiency, and the circular economy will play a particularly important role in 2025/2026.

The funding landscape is diverse: in addition to grants, there are loans, guarantees, and accompanying consulting – for example, through BAB as a development bank or through economic development agencies (WFB/Bremeninvest). Added to this are programs from state ministries as well as EU funds such as ERDF (innovation/transformation) and ESF+ (qualification, employment, inclusion). Many companies and organizations also utilize federal funding (e.g., KfW, BAFA, or thematic innovation programs), often in combination with state or EU funds.

It is important that you clarify early on which program truly fits your project: EU co-financed schemes often have strict rules regarding eligibility, documentation, or aid (e.g., de minimis/GBER). At the same time, calls and deadlines become more important, and impact criteria such as CO₂ reduction, digitalization progress, or participant numbers come more into focus.

With the Reflecta Funding Compass, you can more quickly find suitable funding across Bremen, compare requirements, and prepare your application in a structured way. It is best to start with a brief matching – this way, you can immediately see which programs fit your project’s goal, budget, and schedule.