Investment Fund for Northern Ireland
The Investment Fund for Northern Ireland offers £100 million in debt finance from £25,000 to £2 million and equity investments up to £5 million for small businesses across Northern Ireland.
Key facts
- Funding amount
- Loans from £25,000 to £2 million, Equity up to £5 million
- Deadline
- Rolling – no fixed deadline
- Region
- Northern Ireland
- Business type
- Small businesses & SMEs
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Plain English summary
This £100 million fund provides financial support to small businesses in Northern Ireland to drive sustainable economic growth. Businesses can access loans ranging from £25,000 to £2 million or equity investments up to £5 million. The fund aims to support innovation and help new and growing businesses access finance.
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Who this is best for
- Small businesses & SMEs
- Organisations based in Northern Ireland
- Projects aligned with business grants
- Teams seeking funding around Loans from £25,000 to £2 million, Equity up to £5 million
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- Organisations based outside Northern Ireland
- Large enterprises above SME thresholds
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
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- Smaller businesses across Northern Ireland, including rural, coastal and urban areas.
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