Companies in the Grand Est region can receive a grant to implement a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy, covering up to €10,000 of eligible expenses. This scheme is designed for businesses looking to comply with regulations like the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and obtain CSR certifications. The grant is limited to the first 30 eligible applicants, making it a competitive opportunity for proactive companies.

Objectives

The CSR Strategy Support Grant enables companies to deploy effective CSR strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as the CSRD. It also assists in obtaining recognized CSR labels, enhancing the company’s reputation and sustainability practices. This experimental scheme is particularly beneficial for businesses aiming to integrate social and environmental considerations into their operations.

Beneficiaries

The grant is aimed at companies registered in the Grand Est region that meet the following criteria:

• Engaged in production or service activities in industry, logistics, or construction
• In sound financial standing according to European regulations

Excluded: Companies not meeting the above criteria or those outside the Grand Est region.

Eligible operations

Eligible expenses include:

• Implementation services for the CSR module by an approved service provider
• Associated fees for these services

Not covered: Other operational costs unrelated to CSR implementation.

Eligibility conditions

Key conditions for the grant include:

• Limited to the first 30 eligible companies
• Must be registered and operating in the Grand Est region
• Financial health must comply with European standards

Grant amount

The grant provides up to €10,000, covering 100% of eligible expenses for the exploratory phase (Phase 1) and 50% for pre-project phases (Phases 2 and 3). This funding can significantly reduce the financial burden of implementing CSR strategies.