Funding

Finance options

We can help make your idea a reality. There are lots of resources available and organisations that can help you find the right funding for your businesses, whether you are just starting up or looking to expand and develop.

Resources + links

Business Finance Solutions
NW Start Up Loan provider, offering loans to start ups and early stage companies of £500 upwards, alongside a range of loan products for more established businesses up to £500,000.
http://www.businessfinancesolutions.org.uk/

Natwest Entrepreneurial Spark (ESpark)
ESpark is the world’s largest free business accelerator for both early stage and growing ventures.
http://www.entrepreneurial-spark.com/

Unltd
Grants and mentoring for social entrepreneurs
www.unltd.org.uk

Start Up Loans
http://www.startuploans.co.uk/

Virgin Start up
Help businesses get funding, get a mentor and get ahead.
http://www.virginstartup.org/

UKEF
Export finance - UKEF,  Government export finance site
www.exportbritain.org.uk

Creative Industries Finance (CIF)
A programme designed to assist creative enterprises, arts and cultural organisations in securing the finance and investment needed to develop and grow into sustainable businesses, delivered and managed by Creative United. The programme is delivered in partnership with a specially selected group of lenders and a network of expert business advisors.
https://www.creativeunited.org.uk/

Business Growth Hub - Business Support and Fudning Finder
Designed to help business owners navigate the landscape of publicly backed business support in Greater Manchester. The business support available is focused on funded or subsidised advice and support services, along with a range of funding and finance options. The Business Support & Funding Finder is free to use and available to all businesses and entrepreneurs. 

Support for Your Business | Business Support Finder