Stage 01 · Start
Free intro call
We get to know your project and explore the options together, remotely via Teams or in person.
- —30 minutes, no obligation and to the point
- —An honest assessment of your options
- —No hidden costs, no commitment
Funding advice & digital development for German SMEs
Digital transformation that pays off, with public funding.
We build websites, tools and AI automation for small and mid-sized companies, and make sure federal, state and EU programs cover a large share of the cost.
Want to digitize your business, modernize your website or automate processes with artificial intelligence? Racespot.digital is your partner: IT specialist and funding expert in one. The programs on this page are German public funding schemes, available to companies based in Germany.
- Grants of 40–70%
- Federal · State · EU
- Application support included
The starting point
Digitalization rarely fails for lack of ideas. It fails on budget and know-how.
Many companies know they need to become more digital. A modern website, automated workflows, a custom tool or smart use of AI: the possibilities are huge. But two questions hold many back: What will it cost? And who can build it properly?
That's exactly where we come in. We combine technical development with in-depth funding know-how. For you, that means a professional digital product at a fraction of the actual cost.
Funding programs
The government chips in, in every German state.
What many don't know: almost every German state offers attractive funding programs for digitalization projects. Depending on the program, they cover between 40% and 70% of your project costs, as a genuine grant you don't have to pay back. Program names are shown in their official German form.
NRW.BANK.Impuls KI
NRWup to €25,000
Funding rate 50%
AI consulting (Module A) & testing of AI systems (Module B) for SMEs in North Rhine-Westphalia, from €10,000 project volume; applications via the NRW.BANK customer portal since August 2026
Go-to-Market Gutschein
NRWup to €35,000
Funding rate 70%
Voucher for young companies & digital prototypes in North Rhine-Westphalia
MID-Digitalisierung
NRWup to €15,000
Funding rate 50%
North Rhine-Westphalia program for digital products with a technology focus (e.g. AI)
Digitalbonus Bayern
Bavariaup to €30,000
Funding rate up to 50%
Bavarian program for digitalization & IT security, with a straightforward application
Hamburg Digital
Hamburgup to €17,000
Funding rate 30% (consulting: 50%)
Digital Invest supports digitalization & IT security investments; Digital Check also covers consulting with up to €5,000
BIG-Digital
Brandenburgup to €500,000
Funding rate 50%
Brandenburg program for consulting, implementation & training in digitalization projects from €5,000 (ILB, guideline runs until mid-2027)
The programs shown are German federal and state funding schemes for companies based in Germany; program names are given in their official German form. Programs change constantly; the figures are current examples (as of mid-2026) and are no substitute for advice. We are not a certified funding consultancy but an experienced partner who knows the programs and guides you through the application. We check which program fits your project in the free intro call.
How it works
Your funding journey: from application to payout.
Five stages, one point of contact. Scroll through the path we'll take together.
Stage 02 · Analysis
Funding check
We identify the right funding program and clarify the requirements, always up to date, because terms and availability change constantly.
- —Federal, state and EU programs compared
- —Funding rate and maximum amount for your project
- —A clear recommendation, including a timeline
Stage 03 · Application
Application & approval
We prepare the application documents and design your project to be eligible from the start. It's submitted before the project begins, and that's crucial.
- —Complete application documents from a single source
- —Communication with the funding body
- —Project kickoff once the approval notice arrives
Stage 04 · Delivery
Implementation
Once funding is approved, we deliver your digital project professionally: website, tool or AI solution, with regular updates and short feedback loops.
- —Built by our own team
- —Funding-compliant documentation from day one
- —Transparent fixed price, no surprises
Stage 05 · Wrap-up
Payout & close-out
We help you prepare the proof of use so your grant is paid out in full, and we stay on board afterwards.
- —Proof of use submitted on time
- —Payout of the approved grant
- —Support and further development after launch
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to pay the funding back?+
No. Most programs are genuine grants that don't have to be repaid. We explain the terms transparently in the intro call.
Am I eligible?+
That depends on the program, your location, company size and the project itself. As a rule, the programs are aimed at companies based in Germany. We check all of this for you, free of charge.
How long does a funding application take?+
Anywhere from a few weeks to several months, depending on the program. We guide you through the entire process and take care of the paperwork.
What does the consultation cost?+
The intro call is free and non-binding, so you can find out what's possible without any risk.
Do you also handle the technical implementation?+
Yes. We're not just funding advisors; we also build your project: website, tool or AI solution.
Get free, no-obligation advice.
In a free intro call, we'll work out together which funding fits your project and how we can bring it to life. Free, no obligation and to the point.
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