🌴 Canary Islands Government Announcements

Canary Islands Launch New Grants to Boost Social Economy and Employment

Published: September 23, 2025|economy-and-business|Gobierno de Canarias

Canary Islands Government Funding Initiative

Overview

The Canary Islands government has announced new funding opportunities aimed at promoting employment and social economy initiatives.

The grants focus on:

  • Helping unemployed individuals and temporary workers become permanent members of cooperatives and labor companies.
  • Supporting the integration of these workers as active partners.
  • Assisting non-profit organizations involved in training and social enterprise development.

Purpose

This initiative is part of a broader effort to foster:

  • Sustainable job creation
  • Economic inclusion in the region.

Funding Details

  • Total amount: €300,000
  • Source: National Public Employment Service
  • Distribution: Through a competitive application process

Application Process

Interested entities must:

  • Submit their applications electronically
  • Do so within ten working days from the publication date of the bulletin, September 23, 2025.

Applications arriving late or outside the prescribed procedure will not be accepted.

Payment Terms

  • Grants will be paid either:
    • In a lump sum upon fulfillment of reporting requirements
    • As advances once the funding is awarded.

Additional Notes

This measure emphasizes the Canary Islands' commitment to:

  • Strengthening its social economy sector
  • Creating more stable jobs
  • Fostering inclusive growth, which is essential for community resilience.