Participations

The Hessian Economic and Infrastructure Bank (WIBank) supports companies, founders, and start-ups throughout Hesse with silent and, in certain constellations, open equity participations. The goal is the sustainable strengthening of equity capital as well as the improvement of creditworthiness and rating, in order to reliably finance growth, innovation, and succession projects. Eligible investments include fixed and working capital as well as start-up costs and the financing of business successions. Applications can be submitted at any time, as this is an ongoing funding opportunity. The participation must not exceed the company’s own funds, and the overall financing of the project must be secured. Companies in financial difficulties (CiFD) are excluded.

Funding is provided to Hessian micro-enterprises, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the commercial sector, craft businesses, and freelancers. A prerequisite is that the company is based in Hesse and submits a meaningful business plan, the latest annual financial statement, a current business management evaluation (BWA), as well as a detailed description of the project. Additional application documents vary depending on the fund program and can be requested from WIBank. WIBank works competitively neutrally with banks, savings banks, and equity management companies to develop tailored financing solutions. Companies benefit from no collateral requirements and a flexible participation structure that provides investment and growth impulses while preserving entrepreneurial responsibility.