Announcement of Grants and Opportunities for SMEs

Modern challenges for entrepreneurs present not only obstacles but also opportunities for growth and development. Ukraine actively supports businesses through grants, educational programs, and professional consultations. These tools help companies adapt to changes, strengthen their resilience, and discover new paths for advancement.

The Fuel and Energy Business Association aims to be your trusted partner in finding resources for expansion and modernization. We have prepared a selection of the most relevant programs to help your business take the next step forward:

1. Training by UNDP: “Digital Solutions for Business Resilience During the War”.
UNDP offers free in-person training designed to enhance business resilience in wartime conditions. This course equips entrepreneurs with modern tools in AI and digital marketing.

  • Participants will learn about: Optimization of business processes; AI tools and digital marketing strategies.
  • Format: In-person training in Lviv, Vinnytsia, Odesa, Kharkiv, and Kyiv.
  • Conditions: Travel and accommodation expenses are reimbursed for participants from other regions.
  • Eligibility: Small and medium enterprises (20+ employees).
  • Application deadline: January 24, 2025. More details about the program.

2. Grants for Veterans under the eRobota Program.
Financial support for veterans, individuals with war-related disabilities, and their spouses to start or develop their businesses.

  • Eligible expenses: Equipment, raw materials, premises, licenses, marketing, and franchises.
  • Grant size: Up to UAH 1,000,000 with co-financing (70% covered by government funds).
  • Application period: Monthly submissions. Application details.

3. Business Start-Up Grant Competition.
The eRobota program provides grants for active entrepreneurs (sole proprietors, LLCs) and startups.

  • Funding areas: Furniture, equipment, transport, rent, software, and franchises.
  • Grant size: Up to UAH 500,000, depending on the project’s scope and category.
  • Application period: Monthly submissions. Program details.