българскиB2 Bridge Financing: Support for Economic Development Projects
Balkanfund provides targeted bridge instruments for economic development projects, especially when there is a time gap between approved funding and actual payment under EU programmes. Our approach is pragmatic: short-term capital, a clear mandate, measurable interim milestones. We provide bridge financing for economic development projects supported by the EU structural funds.
What is bridge financing?
Bridge financing is temporary financial support that helps projects continue operating while awaiting official EU disbursements. This solution is particularly valuable for projects with the potential to stimulate economic growth, create jobs, and promote innovation in the region.
Successful examples
Among the organizations that benefited from this support are RTA Rodopi and Europroject Consulting. Thanks to bridge financing, these projects were able to continue without interruption while waiting for EU programme payments—preserving teams, timelines, and commitments to partners.
What have we achieved?
- Maintained project continuity by securing the funds needed for ongoing delivery.
- Created jobs and supported local economies.
- Encouraged innovation and improved the region’s competitiveness.
Why does this matter?
When projects don’t stop, the local economy benefits: deadlines are met, supplier payments are predictable, and partner trust is strengthened. Bridge financing reinforces the entrepreneurial ecosystem and reduces the risk of capacity loss between approval and disbursement.
Our commitment
At Balkanfund, we act quickly and responsibly: clear criteria, short assessment timelines, transparent terms, and a focus on outcomes. Financing is time-bound, tied to control milestones, and accompanied by operational support where needed. Our goal is for projects to move confidently across the “financial bridge” and realize their value for the region.
Contact us
If your project is awaiting programme disbursements and faces a delay risk, send a brief summary (objective, budget, approved programme, planned timelines, and current status). We will provide feedback after an initial screening and, if there is a fit, we will discuss specific bridge instrument parameters.