Can first time small business owners apply for government grants

First time small business owners may be able to get grants to help them meet their goals, depending on their situation. There are all types of small business grants, each with their own intended uses and eligibility terms. To find one that you can use, you will need to know what you will use the money for and how much you need. Look for options at the regional and local tiers as well as the national one’s for best results. It is also a wise thing to read some proposals of past grant recipients to get ideas of what to include. For information about the process, fill out the form on our web site or give us a call on UKStartups.org, 020 3880 8554.

There are hundreds of government funding schemes available for small business owners in the UK. In fact, our Funding Database currently has over 600 government funding schemes and over 500 private investors available for small business owners and startup entrepreneurs. What are you doing to take advantage of this? Become a member and start your search.

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