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Is your company ready for the Sprint?

The Sprint grant is intended for small Finnish companies that are developing a new, internationally scalable solution and want to validate its technical functionality and competitive advantage before making larger R&D investments.

Sprint is aimed at the early stage of a new innovation for companies that boldly set out to develop solutions capable of meeting the demands of global competition. The solution developed in a Sprint project must have a competitive advantage based on innovation and strong market potential in international markets. The funding is intended for developing a new innovation, making a bold strategic pivot, and preparing for an international breakthrough.

You can apply for up to €100,000 in Sprint funding. The grant covers 75% of the project’s approved costs. The application period is March 2 to August 31, 2026.

When Sprint is not the right option?

  • The company is under 5 years old and has previously received one of the following Business Finland fundings: Sprint, Tempo, R&D funding, Young Innovative Companies, or Deep Tech Accelerator.
  • The company have applied for any of the above funding for developing the same solution
  • The company is applying funding for sales, marketing, or operational activities.
  • The company is developing an existing solution for a new customer segment.
  • The company does not meet de minimis conditions.
  • The company does not have sufficient financial or team resources to complete the project.

Sprint may be suitable for your company if:

  • The company is a Finnish limited liability company with fewer than 50 employees and either turnover or balance sheet total under €10 million.
  • Company is developing a clearly new, innovative, and bold solution rather than further developing an existing product.
  • You are targeting international markets and rapid growth.
  • The project mainly consists of research and development activities, at least two thirds, and is intended to continue after Sprint as a larger R&D project.
  • The company has at least €50,000 in equity investments.
  • The team includes at least two committed members.

Sprint funding will not be granted if the company does not meet the above conditions.

If these criteria are met, review the call announcement and detailed application conditions.

Next steps

  1. READ THE DETAILED APPLICATION CRITERIA

    If you meet the minimum criteria above, review the grant call announcement and funding description in more detail.

  2. REGISTER IN THE MY BUSINESS FINLAND SERVICE

    Before submitting your funding application, book a meeting in My BF and discuss your project with an expert who will help you move forward.

    My BF requires strong authentication, and you should reserve time to complete your profile carefully.

If the criteria for Sprint funding are not met…

Explore R&D funding

R&D funding is suitable for companies developing new or significantly improved solutions for international markets.

It may be the right option if:

  • You are developing an existing business or the next version of your product.
  • You are planning a broader development project.
  • De minimis limitations prevent Sprint funding.
Need other support for growth or internationalization?

If your company does not yet meet the requirements for Sprint or R&D funding, Team Finland offers other funding and internationalization services for different growth stages.