ELY Centres financing services

The Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment (ELY Centres) grants different kind of financial support. Funding support for business development projects promotes businesses’ comprehensive development and establishes better conditions for business operations. The support of rural industries provides aid for business investments.

Support for business development projects

Small and medium-sized enterprises may apply for funding support to implement development measures and investments. Emphasis is put on internationalization of businesses. The company’s own resources and profitability have to be sufficient enough to implement the planned measures.

Support of rural industries

ELY Centres support investments and development activities of agricultural farms and rural microenterprises. Support may also be granted to development projects that promote business opportunities, encourage people to set up businesses and existing entrepreneurs to develop their activities. The aim is to develop rural businesses and the amount of working places in the rural area to ensure the viability of the Finnish countryside. A feasible business plan is required in all cases. For more information, please visit ELY Centres. The link will open in a new tab.