In July of last year, government officials launched the eRobota grant program, within the framework of which almost 4,000 grants worth over 1.5 billion hryvnias have already been issued. Applications are still being accepted now.
Start a garden or a greenhouse, a sewing company or even a cosmetic company, and also expand an existing business. Even during the war, Ukrainians dare to start their own business and create new jobs. In order to help citizens reduce unemployment, develop their business, and, as a result, support the economy, the state continues to help already working and future entrepreneurs.
So, in July of last year, government officials launched the eRobota grant program, within the framework of which almost 4,000 grants worth over 1.5 billion hryvnias have already been issued. Applications are still being accepted now.
Who and how much money can get for their own business?
The amount of business financing under the Jerobot program depends on the industry and scale of the enterprise. Micro-grants of up to UAH 250,000 are given to start a small business (“Your Own Business” program), up to UAH 400,000 per hectare for the development of horticulture, and up to UAH 7 million to create a greenhouse farm (“Your Own Garden” programs and “My greenhouse”). To scale the production of processing enterprises (“New Level” program), you can apply for a grant of up to 8 million hryvnias.
Any entrepreneur between the ages of 18 and 65 who has a registered legal entity or sole proprietorship can receive money for starting or scaling up their own business from the state. One of the main requirements is to develop a realistic and effective business plan and not to have previously used grant support from eRobota.
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What to do to apply for a grant?
To receive a grant from eRobot, you must fill out an application on the Diya portal and attach documents for your category to it. In particular, a planting plan must be provided for the “Your Garden” program. And for the program “Your own greenhouse” – a greenhouse construction project. In the category “Your business” you need to prepare a business plan. A business plan is also required for the “New Level” program, and after successful verification, additional financial documents will need to be submitted: financial statements, transcripts of calculations, lease agreements, etc.
How to write a successful business plan?
To avoid making mistakes when writing a business plan, you should use several tips. In particular, experts recommend taking training from the State Employment Center: notices about trainings are available on the institution’s official pages. It is worth paying special attention to the income and expenditure part of the business: their inconsistency is the most common mistake in business plans. If necessary, it is recommended to even seek advice from bank employees. You should also familiarize yourself with the sample business plan, which is posted on the Diya portal. By the way, the business plan for obtaining a grant can be resubmitted after analyzing the errors in the previous document.
Money may not be returned to the state
For entrepreneurs who have received financial support from eRobot, there are only a few conditions that must be followed. In particular, to create the number of jobs provided for by the program and to conduct business activities during the approved period. And pay taxes regularly. If all conditions are met, there is no need to return the money.