SWEF Enterprise Fund: Start-up Grant
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Up to £500
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SWEF Business Grant (County Durham & Tees Valley)
SWEF Business Grant (County Durham & Tees Valley) is a grant from Point North. Amount: £500 start-up grant or £2,000 business grant.
- Amount
- £500 start-up grant or £2,000 business grant
- Who it's for
- Aged 18–30, majority shareholder, from a low-income household or facing barriers, business trading under 2 years (2.5 years for the business grant). County Durham, Tees Valley, Tyneside, Wearside, Northumberland.
- Deadline / status
- Rolling: No deadline. Decision in around 8 weeks.
- Areas
- County Durham, Tees Valley, Gateshead, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside
- Categories
- Start-ups
- Official source
- https://pointnorth.org.uk/grants/swef-business-grant/
- Last checked
Sourced North East is not the funder. Details can change, so confirm eligibility and deadlines on the official page before applying or spending money.
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FAQ
How much can I get from SWEF Business Grant (County Durham & Tees Valley)?
£500 start-up grant or £2,000 business grant
Who is eligible for SWEF Business Grant (County Durham & Tees Valley)?
Aged 18–30, majority shareholder, from a low-income household or facing barriers, business trading under 2 years (2.5 years for the business grant). County Durham, Tees Valley, Tyneside, Wearside, Northumberland.
What is the deadline for SWEF Business Grant (County Durham & Tees Valley)?
Rolling. No deadline. Decision in around 8 weeks. Last checked 19 Oct 2026; always confirm on the official page: https://pointnorth.org.uk/grants/swef-business-grant/
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