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Empowering Businesses through co-financing for a Green, Smart, and Connected Future

The Building Resilient Innovation for Digital & Green Enterprises (BRIDGE) facility is funded by the European Union under the Global Gateway Initiative and implemented by the Caribbean Export Development Agency. This facility provides co-financing support to help Caribbean businesses become more sustainable, digital, and globally competitive.

Firms can apply under two dedicated streams:

• Green Transition– supporting environmentally sustainable business models
• Digital Transformation– leveraging digital technology to enhance business efficiency

Why Apply?

• Secure up to EUR 100,000 in funding support from the European Union (up to 60% of eligible project costs).
• Strengthen your competitiveness and export readiness
• Build resilience through sustainability and digital adoption
• Support for women-led, youth-led, and rural-based enterprises

Green Transition

Funding for projects that reduce environmental impact, improve resource efficiency, and expand green innovation.

What we fund:

• Renewable energy & energy efficiency
• Circular economy solutions (recycling, waste-to-energy, biodegradable products)
• Sustainable agriculture and agroforestry
• Blue economy projects
• Green certifications and ESG standards

Funding available:

• Up to EUR 100,000 EU Financing.
• Up to 60% of eligible costs.
• Successful applicants must contribute at least 40% as co-financing.
• Implementation period: up to 15 months.

Explore Green Transition

Digital Transformation

Funding for projects that help businesses adopt digital technologies, strengthen competitiveness, and expand market reach.

What we fund:

• E-commerce platforms & digital marketing
• Business process automation (CRM, ERP, cloud accounting)
• Cybersecurity & data protection
• Mobile apps & digital product development
• Supply chain digitization and e-payments
• Staff digital skills training

Funding available:

• Up to EUR 50,000 EU Financing.
• Up to 60% of eligible costs.
• Successful applicants must contribute at least 40% as co-financing.
• Implementation period: up to 12 months.

Explore Digital Transformation

How to Apply

1. Select your stream to review and complete all guidelines and application documents
2. Submit your completed application by email before Deadline Date- December 2, 2025 4:30 PM AST.*
3. Email subject line: “Application – BRIDGE Green Transition/Digital Transformation Grant – [Name of Applicant]”.

*Kindly note the deadline has been extended from November 9, to December 2, 2025.

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