grants & funding
While DEA does not provide grants or funding we can assist in identifying what is available and how it can be accessed. DEA has a great deal of experience in helping businesses identify and accessing grants and finance.
Whether you require help with an application for a small grant, assistance with approaching your bank for an overdraft, or loan, or a more complicated package of funding with several elements, we can help.
Grants and Funding are obviously of great interest to anyone at any stage of business. Unfortunately the sources and types available can vary. We advise you to call us on 01207 580011 or email us at info@derwentsideenterprise.co.uk to discuss your specific enquiry.
Although we have provided links to the main organisations offering grant and funding support. We would strongly suggest that you contact us first as we may be able to save you time and effort and direct you quickly to the best source of support for your own specific circumstances.
Finance
A list of public sector supported sources of funding is available via the sources of finance link. This is not intended to be exhaustive but a guide to the main schemes available for businesses in Derwentside. These are split between ‘equity’ (where you will have to give up a percentage of the ownership of your business) and ‘loan’. These loans tend to be ‘soft’ (unsecured) but also more expensive and with more conditions than commercial bank lending.
Grants
We have provided links to the grant schemes available for businesses in Derwentside. This is not intended to be exhaustive but a guide to the main support schemes for businesses in the District.
One NorthEast
Grants for Business Investment in England
One NorthEast can offer a grant in support of projects that involve an element of capital expenditure and job creation and/or safeguarding. Further details are available on their website. web link >
Grants for Research & Development
One NorthEast can offer grants to businesses involved in research and development projects. Further details are available on their website. web link >
Business Link North East
If you need specialist services, financial support or training. BLNE may be able to provide the help you need. They are also the route to any specific grant support available to businesses in rural areas. web link >
Durham County Council
Durham County Council can offer grants to those starting up and anyone looking to develop their business. Further details are available on their website. web link >