Objective
This initiative aims to establish a network of service providers supporting SMEs in adopting innovative and sustainable practices. The goal is to enhance resilience and transformation within Europe’s cultural and creative industries (CCI), which include:
Visual & Performing Arts: Theater, dance, painting, sculpture
Music & Audiovisual: Cinema, TV, radio, music, video games
Design & Fashion: Architecture, graphic design, fashion
Cultural Heritage: Museums, libraries, archives, historical sites
Publishing & Media: Journalism, publishing, advertising
This initiative aims to establish a network of service providers supporting SMEs in adopting innovative and sustainable practices. The goal is to enhance resilience and transformation within Europe’s cultural and creative industries (CCI), which include:
Visual & Performing Arts: Theater, dance, painting, sculpture
Music & Audiovisual: Cinema, TV, radio, music, video games
Design & Fashion: Architecture, graphic design, fashion
Cultural Heritage: Museums, libraries, archives, historical sites
Publishing & Media: Journalism, publishing, advertising
Funding
There is no predefined financial allocation, but selected organizations will have the opportunity to provide services within funded projects, indirectly benefiting from allocated funds.
There is no predefined financial allocation, but selected organizations will have the opportunity to provide services within funded projects, indirectly benefiting from allocated funds.
Eligible Beneficiaries
Companies, organizations, training centers, and consultants (both profit & non-profit)
Service providers in digitalization, green transition, and internationalization
At least two years of experience (preferably working with cultural and creative sector clients)
Companies, organizations, training centers, and consultants (both profit & non-profit)
Service providers in digitalization, green transition, and internationalization
At least two years of experience (preferably working with cultural and creative sector clients)
Type of Support
Indirect funding via service provision to SMEs
Eligible Services
- Digitalization
Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Big Data, Cloud Computing
Cybersecurity, Digital Platforms, IoT, Monitoring & Tracking Systems
Online Marketing, Online Collaboration, Robotics, Specialized Software (Design)
Virtual Reality - Green Transition
Carbon Footprint & Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction
Circular Economy, Eco-Design, Energy Efficiency
Green Construction, Recycling, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) - Internationalization
Target & Competitor Analysis, Due Diligence
Foreign Market Promotion, Cross-Cultural Training
Market Studies & Risk Analysis, Legal & Economic Environment Analysis
Financial Systems
- Registration: create an account on the dedicated online platform (www.clustersubmissionplatform.eu)
- Filling out the form: select the FRIEND CCI call and fill out the online form with the requested information.
- Download, complete, and digitally sign (PAdES or CAdES) the Self-Declaration & Privacy Notice (Annex 1 & 2).
Alternatively, sign manually and attach a copy of the signatory’s ID. - Submit Application: Once all documents are uploaded, submit your application. A confirmation email will be sent upon successful submission.
Application Deadline: March 2023 – August 2025
For more details, contact:
Mattia Miglietta – mattia.miglietta@envipark.com
Simona Bognier – bognier@consorziouniver.it
