Business Development Grants
Comprehensive support in obtaining and settling funds.
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Are you looking for funding to develop your company?
EU grants can significantly accelerate investments - from R&D projects, through automation and cybersecurity, to international expansion. However, their effective use requires precise project alignment, knowledge of procedures, and compliance control at every stage.
In practice, success is not determined by the idea itself, but by how it is prepared and later accounted for.
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Grants for Business Development - When Is It Worth Using Them?
Grants are not a solution for every company and every project.
They bring the greatest value in situations where:
- the company is planning large-scale investments,
- the project is innovative or development-oriented,
- the organization wants to reduce investment financial risk,
- there are programs tailored to the industry and stage of development.
In such cases, EU funds can significantly increase a company’s growth rate and competitiveness.
Examples of grants:
- a manufacturing company may obtain funding for business development in the area of production line automation,
- a technology company may benefit from R&D funds to develop a new product,
- an organization planning ecological investments may obtain resources from funds supporting energy transformation.
Selecting the appropriate fund is crucial - an incorrectly chosen program often leads to rejection of the application.
Current opportunity - cybersecurity grants for SMEs
One of the most up-to-date funding sources for businesses is the “Digital Europe” programme.
The Digital Europe Programme supports the development of cybersecurity and digital resilience in enterprises.
The current call for applications runs from 21 April to 1 October 2026.Under the programme, micro, small and medium-sized enterprises can receive funding ranging from €30,000 to €60,000 for projects including:
- implementation of cybersecurity solutions,
- development of IT products and services,
- compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g. NIS2),
- certification and technological development,
- international cooperation and foreign expansion.
This support is particularly relevant for companies:
- operating within supply chains of large organisations,
- processing sensitive data,
- already subject to or preparing for NIS2 regulations.
Key risks in grant projects
Obtaining funding is only the beginning. The biggest challenges arise during project implementation and settlement.
The most common risks include:
- loss of part of the funding due to ineligible costs,
- financial corrections and additional reporting obligations,
- risk of returning EU funds,
- investment delays resulting from formal errors,
- heavy burden on internal teams.
That is why grants for companies require a systematic approach - from project concept to final settlement.
Check how to safely obtain and settle EU grants for companies
How can we support your company?
We support enterprises in effectively obtaining and settling EU grants and funding aligned with their development strategy.
We help when:
- you are looking for available business development grants but do not know which programmes to choose,
- you want to increase the success rate of your grant applications,
- you need support in preparing documentation and analysis,
- you want to ensure safe settlement of EU grants,
- you are considering various forms of financing, including grants or EU loans.
We act as a partner who takes responsibility for the process and minimises risk on your organisation’s side.
Who we work with
We deliver projects for companies that want to use EU funding as a growth tool:
- technology and IT companies (R&D, digitalisation),
- manufacturing companies (automation, investments),
- organisations implementing ESG and energy projects,
- companies with foreign capital operating in Poland,
- businesses planning international expansion.
How to obtain EU grants - Crowe’s scope of support
Analysis of funding opportunities
The process begins with a proper diagnosis and matching funding sources to the company’s business objectives – not only with the availability of programmes.
As part of this stage:
- we analyze eligibility criteria and the level of competition,
- we assess the project’s chances of receiving funding,
- we recommend optimal funding sources and financing models.
Strategic advisory (investments and R&D)
We help design the project so that it is business-consistent and meets funding institution requirements:
- define project objectives and scope,
- build project logic aligned with evaluation criteria,
- align the investment with grant programme requirements.
Preparation of application documentation
We develop complete documentation to increase funding success:
- prepare grant applications,
- develop budgets and schedules,
- prepare financial analyses and indicators,
- ensure formal and substantive compliance.
Support during application evaluation
We assist clients after submission:
- manage communication with institutions,
- prepare clarifications and supplements,
- respond to evaluators’ questions.
Formal support after funding approval
We ensure safe transition to contract signing and project launch:
- prepare documentation required for signing the agreement,
- verify compliance with programme regulations and requirements.
Project implementation supervision
We ensure proper project execution and compliance with funding conditions:
- monitor schedules and progress,
- control cost eligibility,
- identify risks and recommend corrective actions.
Grant project settlement
We support clients in safe and correct fund settlement:
- prepare payment applications and reports,
- verify financial and project documentation,
- ensure accounting and substantive compliance.
Support during inspections and audits
We minimise the risk of errors and financial corrections:
- prepare documentation for inspections,
- represent the client in contacts with institutions,
- assist with explanations and potential corrections.
Post-completion sustainability advisory
We help meet obligations after project completion:
- monitor sustainability requirements,
- support ongoing compliance with the funding agreement.
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How we work - end-to-end approach
Our support covers the entire project lifecycle:
- Diagnosis - identification of funding opportunities and available funds
- Design - preparation of concept and documentation
- Grant acquisition - handling of evaluation process
- Implementation - supervision and compliance control
- Settlement - reporting and project closure
This approach allows companies not only to obtain funding, but above all to use and settle it safely.
Why Crowe?
- High effectiveness thanks to in-depth knowledge of programmes, procedures and formal requirements.
- Full responsibility for the process – from concept to final settlement.
- Part of the global Crowe Global network operating in over 150 countries, strengthening expertise in international and cross-border projects often required in EU calls.
- Broad advisory experience covering audit, tax, consulting and ESG, enabling comprehensive preparation of EU projects – especially those requiring financial analyses, regulatory compliance or sustainability components.
Start by diagnosing available funding opportunities.
FAQ - grants for companies
How to obtain business development grants?
You must align the project with a suitable programme, prepare the application, go through the evaluation process, and then correctly settle the project.
Are EU grants non-repayable?
Yes, but only if compliance rules are followed. Errors may result in repayment.
What grants are available for companies in Poland?
Most commonly grants for innovation, R&D, digitalisation, investments and ESG projects
How much funding can companies receive?
It depends on the programme - usually from 30% to 80% of project costs.
Can grants and EU loans be combined?
Yes, in many cases it is possible to combine different sources of financing.
Obtain grants without risk
Business development grants are real growth support - provided they are properly planned and settled.
Start with a grant opportunity assessment
