Business grants in Northern Ireland

Invest Northern Ireland and Northern Ireland's 11 councils run business support programmes, with grants and funded help for start-ups, growth, exporting, innovation and energy saving.

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Questions

What grants are available for small businesses in Northern Ireland?

There are three kinds: local grants from councils in Northern Ireland, schemes for the whole of Northern Ireland, and UK-wide grants. TendersNearMe lists all three in one place, with the closing date and amount for each.

Do I have to pay a grant back?

No. A grant doesn't have to be repaid, as long as you spend it on what you agreed and meet the conditions. Many grants pay only part of the cost, so you'll often need to put in some of your own money (match funding).

How do I hear about new grants in Northern Ireland?

Create a TendersNearMe account, tick Northern Ireland as one of your areas and choose your trade. On any paid plan we email you new grants that match your business.