On this page you will find links and resources to help you to fund your business idea.
Please contact us if you need to apply for funding or want to enter one of the competitions or initiatives below. You can also contact us if you need advice or support for your entry or pitch.
Centre for Entrepreneurship Flash Fund - £250
Your first step to funding your business. This fund is quick and easy to apply for and it's great to support your first steps towards an entrepreneurial career. Flash Fund is open for limited periods during the autumn and spring terms.
Find out more information and apply for Flash Fund.
Welsh Government Grants - up to £2000
Two new start-up grants from the Welsh Gov.
The Young Persons start up grant is for those under the age of 25. You will not be eligable for this grant while you are still studying, however it is worth making contact with Big Ideas Wales up to three months before graduation. The
Barriers Grant is for those who are over 25, but who face specific barriers to starting a business.
The Young Innovators Programme
Includes annual awards for young people with creative and ground-breaking business ideas and a high-profile #IdeasMeanBusiness campaign, in partnership between Innovate UK and the Prince's Trust. By 2023, the Young Innovators programme will award up to 100 young people from diverse backgrounds with a £5,000 grant, one-on-one business coaching and an allowance to cover living costs.
Click to see more.
Unltd - Funding and support for Social Enterprise
Specialist support for social entrepreneurs at any stage, combining cash and coaching to help nurture ideas and grow impact. Awards from £8000 to £16,000 across two separate startup packages.
Find out more on the UnLtd Funding website.
Development Bank of Wales
The
Development Bank of Wales provide flexible business finance for companies based in Wales from £1,000 up to £5 million. Loans and equity. Secured and unsecured.
The Pitch
The Pitch is marketed as the UK's largest pitching competition. It's a great way to test out your business idea and get support and investment into your business. Over the years The Pitch has helped thousands of small businesses grow and run an inspiring programme of activity both online and through live events. And the best part? It's all completely free!
See more at www.thepitch.co.uk
DBACE - Deutche Bank enterprise programme for social good
Competition style funding for creative businesses that have social aims.
A £50,000 prize pot which will be split between 5 winners, also mentoring and other support.
More information here.
FSB - Support, Events and Awards
The FSB (Federation of Small Businesses is the largest body in the UK representing small businesses. Membership of the FBS brings many rewards. The FSB are also very active in South Wales and run a number of networking events, these are for free or with a low fee. They also have business awards.
More details here.