# GrantsFinder

> GrantsFinder is an AI-powered platform that helps organizations discover and match with European Union funding opportunities.

## About

GrantsFinder simplifies the process of finding EU grants by using artificial intelligence to match your project description with relevant funding calls from the EU Funding and Tenders Portal. Our platform eliminates the complexity of navigating European funding programmes, saving researchers, businesses, and organizations up to 95% of their grant search time.

## Target Audience

GrantsFinder is designed for:
- Research institutions and universities
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Startups and innovation-driven companies
- Non-profit organizations and NGOs
- Public sector bodies and municipalities
- Individual researchers and entrepreneurs
- Consultants and grant writers

## Key Features

- **AI-Powered Grant Matching**: Advanced algorithms analyze your project description and match it with the most relevant EU funding calls
- **Simplified Funding Terminology**: Complex EU jargon translated into easy-to-understand language
- **Time Savings**: Save up to 95% of search time compared to manual research on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal
- **Comprehensive Coverage**: Access to 28+ EU funding programmes with thousands of open calls
- **Real-Time Relevance Scoring**: Each match includes a relevance score explaining why it fits your project
- **Guided Search Process**: Step-by-step questions help refine your project description for better matches
- **Call Summaries**: AI-generated summaries of funding opportunities highlighting key information

## How It Works

1. **Describe Your Project**: Answer guided questions about your project, idea, or organization
2. **AI Analysis**: Our AI processes your description using advanced natural language processing
3. **Smart Matching**: The system searches across all EU funding programmes to find relevant opportunities
4. **Relevance Scoring**: Each match is scored and explained based on alignment with your project
5. **Review Results**: Browse simplified summaries of matched funding calls
6. **Access Details**: Get direct links to official EU portal pages for full call documentation

## Supported EU Funding Programmes

GrantsFinder covers all major EU funding instruments:

### Research & Innovation
- Horizon Europe (€95.5 billion budget)
- European Research Council (ERC)
- European Innovation Council (EIC)
- Research Fund for Coal & Steel
- Euratom Research and Training

### Digital & Technology
- Digital Europe Programme
- Connecting Europe Facility (CEF)
- Interregional Innovation Investments (I3)

### Education & Culture
- Erasmus+
- Creative Europe
- European Solidarity Corps

### Health & Social
- EU4Health
- Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV)
- European Social Fund Plus (ESF+)
- Justice Programme

### Environment & Climate
- LIFE Programme (Environment and Climate Action)
- Just Transition Mechanism
- Innovation Fund
- Renewable Energy Financing Mechanism

### Business & SMEs
- COSME / Single Market Programme (SMP)
- InvestEU
- European Defence Fund

### Other Programmes
- EU External Action (RELEX)
- European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF)
- Pilot Projects & Preparatory Actions
- EU Bodies and Agencies grants

## Pricing

GrantsFinder uses a credit-based system:

- **Free Trial**: 10 credits upon registration (no credit card required)
- **Discovery Pack**: 3 credits for €9.99
- **Trailblazer Pack**: 10 credits for €29.99
- **Mastermind Pack**: 30 credits for €64.99

Each grant search consumes 1 credit.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**What is GrantsFinder?**
GrantsFinder is a platform with an integrated artificial intelligence chat that allows users to locate calls for European Funding, providing relevant resources and links to obtain funding for their projects.

**What is a Credit?**
A Credit is your currency inside the GrantsFinder platform. Every time you search for a grant for a new project or idea, one credit is consumed. This pay-as-you-go model allows for cost-effective and flexible usage.

**Is GrantsFinder only for large organizations?**
No, GrantsFinder caters to organizations of all sizes, from small businesses and entrepreneurs to large enterprises and research institutions. It's a versatile tool for anyone seeking EU funding opportunities.

**Are the recommendations accurate?**
Yes, GrantsFinder uses advanced algorithms to provide accurate grant recommendations. However, we recommend reviewing recommendations carefully and ensuring your project description provides relevant inputs for best results.

**Is my data safe?**
Yes, we take data security seriously. Your information is kept confidential and only used to improve recommendation accuracy. We comply with EU data protection regulations (GDPR).

**Is there customer support?**
Yes, we provide customer support via email at grantsfinder@builduplabs.com for any questions or issues.

## Blog Resources

Our blog provides educational content about EU funding:

### Latest Guides (2025)

- **EU Funding in 2025: What's New and What's Changing** (Published: January 2025)
  https://www.grantsfinder.eu/blog/eu-funding-2025-whats-new
  Latest updates on Horizon Europe, Digital Europe, and the proposed €175B Horizon 2028-2034 framework. 8 min read.

- **AI and Deep Tech Funding in the EU: Opportunities for 2025** (Published: January 2025)
  https://www.grantsfinder.eu/blog/ai-deep-tech-funding-eu-2025
  AI Factories initiative, Digital Europe AI calls, EuroHPC, and deep tech funding opportunities. 9 min read.

- **Green Deal Funding: How to Finance Your Sustainability Project** (Published: December 2024)
  https://www.grantsfinder.eu/blog/green-deal-funding-sustainability-guide
  Innovation Fund, LIFE Programme, Just Transition Fund, and hydrogen funding opportunities. 11 min read.

- **EU Funding for SMEs and Startups: Your Complete Guide** (Published: November 2024)
  https://www.grantsfinder.eu/blog/eu-funding-for-smes-complete-guide
  Comprehensive guide to EIC Accelerator, Horizon Europe SME instruments, InvestEU, and regional funds. 10 min read.

- **10 Expert Tips to Win Your Next EU Grant** (Published: October 2024)
  https://www.grantsfinder.eu/blog/10-tips-win-eu-grants
  Proven strategies for successful applications, evaluation criteria insights, and common mistakes to avoid. 7 min read.

### Foundational Guides

- **EU Grants 101: A Comprehensive Guide** (Published: June 2024)
  https://www.grantsfinder.eu/blog/eu-grants-101-a-comprehensive-guide
  A beginner's guide covering grant types, eligibility, and application processes. 8 min read.

- **EU Funding Programmes: A Comprehensive Guide** (Published: July 2024)
  https://www.grantsfinder.eu/blog/eu-funding-programmes-your-comprehensive-guide
  Deep dive into Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, Digital Europe, and special focus programmes. 12 min read.

- **EU Funding: Future Grants & Trends** (Published: September 2024)
  https://www.grantsfinder.eu/blog/eu-funding-future-grants-and-trends-for-eufunding
  Emerging trends and future directions in EU funding. 7 min read.

- **EU Funding and Tenders Portal - Pros and Cons** (Published: August 2024)
  https://www.grantsfinder.eu/blog/pros-and-cons-of-eu-funding-and-tenders-portal
  Honest review of the official EU portal and how GrantsFinder complements it. 6 min read.

- **EU Funding Projects: Driving Equality & Inclusion** (Published: September 2024)
  https://www.grantsfinder.eu/blog/eu-funding-projects-driving-equality-and-inclusion
  How EU funding promotes social inclusion and equal opportunities. 8 min read.

## Technical Information

- **Data Source**: EU Funding and Tenders Portal (ec.europa.eu)
- **Update Frequency**: Funding calls are regularly synchronized with official EU sources
- **AI Technology**: Natural language processing for project-to-call matching
- **Embedding Model**: Text embeddings for semantic similarity search
- **Platform**: Web-based application accessible from any modern browser

## Contact Information

- **Website**: https://www.grantsfinder.eu
- **Email**: grantsfinder@builduplabs.com
- **Company**: Build Up Labs, Lda
- **Location**: Lisbon, Portugal

## Legal

- **Privacy Policy**: https://www.grantsfinder.eu/privacy
- **Terms of Service**: https://www.grantsfinder.eu/terms

## Company

GrantsFinder is built by Build Up Labs, an AI-Native venture studio and startup incubator founded in 2015 and headquartered in Lisbon, Portugal.

### About Build Up Labs

Build Up Labs operates on a dual mission: building innovative ventures internally while supporting external founders through their incubator program. The studio has launched 18+ ventures, including successful exits such as 'NVY Life (acquired by L'Oréal).

**What they do:**
- **Venture Studio**: AI-native approach to generate ideas, validate markets, build MVPs, and launch businesses
- **Incubator**: Mentorship and resources for external founders to accelerate growth

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Last updated: December 2025