Here's our latest roundup of the grants and funds for businesses that are still available.
Innovation Program - Read our original post here
This fund is available for businesses who have an innovative idea that will encourage business growth. SMEs must be based in the North East and be investment ready. Successful applicants will have up to 40% of their project funded, and gain access to industry experts, suppliers and independent advice.
This programme offers loans to businesses, which can be used to ''grow your business, take on new staff or manage cashflow''. Funding Circle offer loans from £5,000 - £1 million, and offer free early repayment. Just fill in the online form to see if you're eligible.
Manufacturing Growth Programme
This pilot programme is aimed at manufacturing SMEs in Durham, Tyne and Wear and Northumberland. It hopes to help businesses, 'assess and identify barriers to growth, and work with them to improve business performance and increase sales.' Just fill in the questionnaire to get started.
Northstar Ventures funds - Read our original post
If you're looking for investment, Northstar Ventures still have an accelerator fund for businesses who want to grow and a proof of concept fund for new businesses with a great idea.
EU calls for proposals - Read our original post (This post is about EU proposals which have now ended)
At time of writing, the EU are calling for proposals for two projects. Businesses that qualify could receive up to 75% of their eligible costs.
Shell LiveWIRE Smarter Future Awards - Read our original post
Shell run a competition every month, where businesses could win £5000 towards a project which helps the UK become more sustainable. This month's closes on January 31st, with the next competition opening at the beginning of February.
Knowledge Transfer Fund - Read our original post
This fund is still running and offers support when you hire a graduate. The next closing date for submissions is 8th March, 2017.
Santander Universities SME Internships - Read our original post
Currently the site for Santander Universities Internships appears to be down. We expect the fund to be back, along with the website, in the next few months.
AGE 16-24 - Read our original post
If you're thinking about hiring an apprentice this fund is still available, with this intake ending in March. There is a new site for apprentices in Tees Valley.
North East Business Support Fund - Read our original post
This fund is running until the end of 2017, and offers up to £2800 towards your next business venture. You can apply online, and the process should only take 15 minutes. There are also new offers for businesses in County Durham.
R&D Tax Credits - Read our original post
You can still claim tax relief if a project you're running aims to advance science or technology. The tax relief on allowable R&D costs is currently at 230%.
If you know of a fund or grant that we should be talking about, get in touch with us at 0191 482 044
