SLIM Subsidy

SLIM: Training subsidy for SMEs

The SLIM scheme provides subsidies for training and developing your employees. A smart investment in your business.

What is the SLIM subsidy?

The SLIM scheme stimulates SMEs to invest in learning and development of employees. It reimburses costs for external business diagnosis, training plans and educational activities. Applications in March and September.

Who is SLIM for?

  • SMEs (up to 250 employees)
  • SME collaborations
  • Large companies in agriculture, hospitality
  • Companies investing in sustainable employability

Conditions

  • Maximum 250 employees
  • Apply during open period (March or September)
  • Activities must contribute to learning
  • External advisor for business diagnosis
  • Company contribution required

How much SLIM subsidy?

  • Individual SME: max €25,000 per application
  • Collaborations: max €500,000
  • 60-80% of eligible costs reimbursed
  • Includes: external advisor, training, guidance
  • Two application periods per year

How to apply for SLIM?

1

Create plan

Determine which training activities you want to execute.

2

Prepare application

We prepare the application with budget and activity plan.

3

Submit at RVO

We submit during the open period.

4

Execute and report

After approval, execute activities. We handle reporting.

How does Zandwijken help?

We guide you through the activity plan, budget and application. After approval, we handle the administrative reporting.

FAQ about SLIM

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