Funding of the STIFT
Funding of Thuringian companies, universities, and research institutions through resources from the returns of the foundation's capital to strengthen innovation, research, and entrepreneurship.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Within the framework of its foundation purpose, the Foundation for Technology, Innovation and Research Thuringia (STIFT) supports projects by Thuringian companies, universities, and research institutions aimed at generating, implementing, and accelerating innovations, as well as supporting education and research in Thuringia.
Eligible to apply
- Companies
- Educational Institutions
- Public Institutions
Description
The funding provided by STIFT is aimed at companies, educational institutions, and public institutes in Thuringia that wish to implement innovative projects in research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. With grants from the returns on the foundation's capital, the Foundation for Technology, Innovation, and Research Thuringia (STIFT) supports all phases of the innovation process – from idea generation through project planning to market launch. Projects in the areas of research & innovation, business financing, training & further education, education, as well as consulting & business financing are supported. The goal is to sustainably strengthen regional innovative capacity and contribute to knowledge and economic development in Thuringia.
The continuously available funds can be applied for at any time, enabling flexible project implementation. Interested stakeholders from business, science, and the public sector benefit from a straightforward application process and transparent evaluation based on the principles of the foundation’s purpose. Through the combination of financial support, professional consulting, and networking within the Thuringian innovation ecosystem, research projects are accelerated and educational initiatives sustainably anchored. The funding helps to promote talent, advance technological developments, and create long-term employment opportunities in the region.
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