Grants, loans, investment and support programmes for businesses in Leeds, Yorkshire and the North of England. Leeds and West Yorkshire come first. Pick your area to see only what is open to you.
For the North East, the North West or the whole North of England.
Chamber Low Carbon - Lancashire
One-to-one support for Lancashire businesses to reduce energy bills, carbon footprint and improve efficiency through energy audits, carbon footprint analysis and sustainability mentoring.
Praetura Ventures
Equity investment of up to £5m for growth-stage businesses headquartered in or moving to the North, across sustainability, consumer, tech, hardware, health and services sectors.
The Growth Company
Support for small and medium-sized manufacturing and engineering businesses in the North West to adopt industrial digital technologies, including expert guidance, match funding, digital interns and leadership training.
FW Capital, British Business Bank
Loans from £100,000 to £2 million for small and medium-sized businesses to grow in the North of England.
Made Smarter, North East Growth Hub
Support for small and medium-sized manufacturers in the North East and Tees Valley to adopt digital technology, with a digital roadmap, workshops, grants for expert technical advice and for new software or equipment, and fully-funded Digital Interns.
Digital Catapult
Access to a 5G Immersive Lab with co-working space, workshops and expert-led demonstrations to help businesses develop expertise in 5G and immersive technology.
University of Sunderland
A programme bringing together complementary activities to support innovation and business growth in Sunderland, including technology promotion, business capacity building, commercialisation support and creative sector engagement.
Digital Catapult North East Tees Valley (NETV), Sunderland Software City
Fully-funded support for residents with digital business ideas in early stages, including mentoring, events, connections and a planning toolkit.
Tech Start-up Sunderland, Sunderland Software City
Helps people gain the confidence to explore new business ideas and launch tech-related startups.
Durham University
Free vacancy advertising service for graduate jobs, internships, placements and work experience, plus in-person and online recruitment events throughout the year.
World Franchise Council, World Franchise Organisation
Access to a network of more than 40 national franchise associations worldwide, with information on franchising in member nations and international franchise exhibitions.
North East Mayoral Strategic Authority
A support programme for creative and cultural businesses to locate, start-up and grow, providing affordable workspace, business support, skills development and networking opportunities.
Northumberland Council, Advance Northumberland, Northumberland Small Business Service
Free business support for Northumberland businesses that are currently trading, matching each business with a dedicated Business Adviser to develop a tailored growth and resilience plan.
Gateshead Council, North East Enterprise Agency Ltd (NEEAL)
Digital skills support for town centre businesses in Gateshead: a digital audit of the business's website, social media and search, then up to 10 hours of one-to-one help from an adviser to make and work through a Digital Action Plan.
TEDCO Business Support
A fully funded business start-up support programme for local residents in South Tyneside, offering one-to-one advice, workshops, templates and resources to help people explore and launch their own business.
Digital Pathfinders
Grant covering 50% of costs (up to £3,000) for Newcastle-based trading businesses to implement technology that increases business and COVID resilience.
Durham University
Information and guidance from Durham University's Career Service on recruiting and engaging with students and graduates.
Start-up Loans, British Business Bank
Free courses from Start-up Loans and The Open University covering business essentials, digital skills, bookkeeping, climate and sustainability, mental health and wellbeing for entrepreneurs and would-be business owners.
North East Mayoral Strategic Authority
An employer accreditation and support initiative recognising organisations that lead with fairness, opportunity and respect through fair pay, secure work, inclusive practices and opportunities to grow.
North East Growth Hub, TEDCO Business Support
Fully funded one-to-one support for people starting a business in County Durham, including access to specialist advisors and resources.
SCL Group
Fully funded online business start-up and self-employment courses for adults aged 19 and over exploring or starting a business.
University of Sunderland
Fully-funded training courses for Sunderland businesses and employees, from one-day masterclasses to accredited courses, with bespoke options available.
Rosebud Finance
Tailor-made business loans for growing companies in Lancashire, from £25,000 at interest rates up to 14% for up to five years.
Maven Capital Partners
Equity finance of up to £5 million for ambitious, growth-focused start-ups and established SMEs in the North East of England. Run by Maven as fund manager for the British Business Bank's Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II.