Partnership agreement renewed

Planche & Co, a new leisure space supported by Initiative Gard, has seen the renewal of a partnership agreement between Initiative Gard, the Agglo du Gard rhodanien, and Initiative Gard. Sébastien Bayart, vice-president in charge of economic development, and Nicolas Alteirac, president of the institutions, signed the agreement, which was first established in 2013, the year of the Agglo's creation.

Subsidy and support for Initiative Gard

The renewed agreement, valid for the next three years, provides a subsidy of 38,000 euros from the local authority to Initiative Gard. This financial support is intended to help the organization establish itself in the region and assist in the development of its activities.

Activities and support mechanisms

Initiative Gard's activities include monitoring local businesses, hosting events called "Au Cœur de l'Initiative," and maintaining a regular presence in the territory to support project leaders. The organization also mobilizes financing and support tools, such as 0% interest loans, financial expertise, and both individual and collective follow-up, along with sponsorship opportunities.

Impact on local businesses

Since 2013, Initiative Gard has supported 155 businesses in the Gard rhodanien region through 2.35 million euros in 0% interest loans, leading to nearly 500 jobs created. In 2025 alone, 16 businesses received 250,000 euros in 0% interest loans, helping to create or maintain 61 jobs.

Success rate of supported businesses

According to the agreement, 90% of the businesses assisted by Initiative Gard survive past the three-year mark, indicating a strong success rate in supporting local economic development.