East of England Investment Fund
The East of England Investment Fund provides £140 million in loans and equity to support smaller businesses across the region.
Key facts
- Funding amount
- £140 million total, with loans from £25,000 to £2 million and equity up to £5 million
- Deadline
- Rolling – no fixed deadline
- Region
- East of England
- Business type
- Small businesses & SMEs
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Plain English summary
The British Business Bank has launched the East of England Investment Fund, making £140 million available to small and growing businesses in the region. This fund offers commercial finance options, including loans from £25,000 to £2 million and equity investments of up to £5 million, to drive sustainable economic growth and support innovation across the East of England.
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Who this is best for
- Small businesses & SMEs
- Organisations based in East of England
- Projects aligned with business grants
- Teams seeking funding around £140 million total, with loans from £25,000 to £2 million and equity up to £5 million
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- Organisations based outside East of England
- Large enterprises above SME thresholds
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
Eligibility checklist
Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.
- Available to smaller businesses across the East of England, including rural, coastal and urban communities, and those seeking early-stage finance.
- Businesses must apply through appointed fund managers.
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