First Enterprise - Enterprise Loans
Government-funded loans for start-ups and businesses looking to grow across the East and South East Midlands.
Key facts
- Funding amount
- £25,001 to £250,000
- Deadline
- Rolling – no fixed deadline
- Region
- East Midlands, South East Midlands
- Business type
- Small businesses & SMEs
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Plain English summary
This scheme provides government-funded loans for both new and existing businesses located in the East and South East Midlands. The loans can be used for various business activities, including market development, financial planning, technical support, IT improvements, and general competitiveness.
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Who this is best for
- Small businesses & SMEs
- Organisations based in East Midlands, South East Midlands
- Projects aligned with business grants
- Teams seeking funding around £25,001 to £250,000
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- Organisations based outside East Midlands, South East Midlands
- Large enterprises above SME thresholds
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
Eligibility checklist
Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.
- New and existing businesses across the East and South East Midlands, including disadvantaged groups such as unemployed people, people with low-incomes, and people from ethnic minorities.
- Businesses of all sizes (0 to over 500 employees) and across various industries are eligible.
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