Funding for Migration in Austria

Migration affects many areas of life in Austria – from arrival to education to participation in the labor market. This is precisely where funding comes into play: it helps organizations, municipalities, educational providers, social enterprises, and committed initiatives to develop or expand effective services without relying solely on short-term budgets or donations. Particularly in demand are projects focused on initial integration, German language support, orientation, and fair access to training and employment.

At the same time, there are funding lines that strengthen protection and support for asylum seekers and those entitled to protection – for example, through counseling, psychosocial care, or services for vulnerable groups such as children and adolescents, unaccompanied minors, or women. Another focus lies on anti-discrimination, coexistence, and community work: dialogue formats, prevention efforts, and measures against racism are often eligible for funding, especially when they are locally rooted and well evaluated.

However, the funding landscape is diverse and not always directly visible under "migration." Suitable funds often come through EU funds such as AMIF, ESF+, CERV, or Erasmus+, as well as through federal states and cities, the Public Employment Service (AMS), or integration-related programs. Many calls require clear target group definitions, measurable impacts, data protection concepts, and – especially for EU funding – co-financing and proper documentation.

To help you find the right funding faster, the Reflecta Funding Compass supports you: you can find suitable funding programs, compare requirements, and prepare your application in a structured way. Start with a matching process and check which funding is realistic for your project in Austria.