Call for proposals "Support Program for Applied Research and Knowledge (SPARK)"

Call reference number: DIGIT.2.1.03
Funding source: DIGIT Project
Type of call: Temporary open – one stage submission
Status: Forthcoming
Publication date: To be published later.
Start date for project application submission: To be published later.
Deadline for project application submission: To be published later.
Responsible authority: Ministry of Science, Education and Youth

Subject of this call:

The subject of this Call is to support the development of innovative digital and green technologies, products, and processes. By supporting demand-driven development and reducing the risks associated with early and mid-stage innovation, this Call contributes to the creation of a pipeline of solutions aligned with Croatia’s digital transformation and green transition priorities. It also reinforces cross-cutting objectives such as environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, and digital inclusion, contributing to a more resilient and future-ready economy. The goal is to provide targeted and flexible funding for experimental R&D projects that are not yet ready for market uptake or conventional innovation financing.

Total grant funding available: €10,000,000.00
Minimum grant amount: €80,000.00
Maximum grant amount: €300,000.00

Eligible applicants for this call: micro, small, or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)

Documentation of this call: To be published later.