Business Support Finder

Enterprising Women is a free female network which provides access to workshops and events for female entrepreneurs in Mid and East Antrim.

Practical support for businesses exploring augmented and virtual reality technologies to drive innovation.

Free short training courses to increase awareness and knowledge of topical farming issues.

Help for farming family businesses to develop a succession plan and consider what development the successor might need to take over the business.

Support from an experienced adviser to help businesses understand if employee ownership is the right strategy for their business.

A range of support for Food and Drink businesses to grow using market research, data analysis and consumer insights.

Networking opportunity for agri-food and drink producers and hospitality providers.

Advisory service for SMEs who are looking for new or alternative sources of funding to finance business growth.

Tailored support for young social entrepreneurs including financial literacy resources, peer-to-peer learning, workshops, and expert advice and guidance.

This programme helps to identify workforce health needs and includes the development of a bespoke physical activity package.

Support for innovative SMEs to explore global markets, build partnerships, and grow internationally.

Support and funding for SMEs to explore international R&D collaboration and global market opportunities.

Help for setting up a new social enterprise or co-operative including advice, networking opportunities, coaching and workshops

Local council support offering expert advice, tailored guidance, and mentoring to help you start, grow, or scale your business.

Tender training and mentoring to help businesses across Ireland access public sector contracts and access the procurement market.

Support and funding for developments that deliver Grade A quality office spaces.

Funding and support from Invest Northern Ireland to help businesses plan, test, and deliver innovative R&D projects.

Funding for small and growing local charities, voluntary groups or social enterprises that are making a big impact on communities, people, or the environment.

Training for electrical operatives in Electrical Energy Storage Systems, Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment, and Small-Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems.

Government-backed loan scheme supporting SMEs to access finance for cashflow and investment.

Funding and support for social purpose organisations to prepare for and secure investment, and grow their social impact.

The HBAN programme encourages business angels to operate within syndicates and provides a matching service between companies seeking investors and business angels.

Hardship Rate Relief for a non-domestic property is intended to help a business recover from a temporary crisis, financial or otherwise, as a result of exceptional circumstances.

Grants, advice and guidance for charities, social enterprises, and not-for-profit groups to help communities find sustainable new uses for disused historic buildings.

Free programme to help people explore entrepreneurship, spark ideas, and take first steps toward starting a business.

A work-based programme offering recognised training and qualifications designed around the needs of employers.

Tailored ICT advice for businesses with the aim of improving efficiency, reducing costs and exploiting export markets through online selling.

One-day bootcamp focused on idea development, confidence building, and practical steps to start your own business.

Small grants of up to £500 are available to help businesses to be more inclusive.

Manufacturing businesses occupying qualifying industrial properties can qualify to pay 30% of the normal occupied rates.

Bespoke support for innovation-driven SMEs in Northern Ireland to grow, scale, and access global markets.

Fully funded training for small businesses to undertake innovation activity and drive growth.

Funding to help SMEs access academic expertise, hire a project manager, and deliver innovation projects.

Knowledge transfer network matching industry challenges with innovative companies across different sectors.

Expert help for Northern Ireland businesses to protect their intellectual property, including patents, trade marks and designs.

Financial support for trade and development missions for businesses who want to be equipped with the relevant in-depth knowledge, know-how and confidence to successfully operate in new markets

Businesses relocating or searching for new premises in the Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council area can access free support from the Investment Team.

This fund aims to increase the supply and diversity of early-stage finance for ambitious and growth-focused businesses in Northern Ireland.

£15, 000 match funding to support creative partnerships between commercial businesses and arts or cultural organisations in Northern Ireland.

A job vacancy advertising website where employers can manage their recruitment online for free.

Opportunities for arts practitioners to explore issues of difference and identity through literature and creative writing.

A subsidised partnership linking a business, a graduate, and a university or college to deliver strategic innovation projects that drive growth.

Funding for capital projects to either purchase new assets or support the refurbishment of existing assets.

This programme provides a comprehensive assessment of your business performance, helping you identify opportunities, address challenges, and enhance your team’s capabilities.

Enhance your leadership and management strategy with range of solutions from Invest NI and other organisations.

Programme helps to develop the skills, strategic focus, and relationships of top management teams.

Programme develops tailored strategic leadership skills for senior executives and site leads of companies.

Grant to help businesses and social enterprises in Antrim and Newtownabbey embrace digital tools and technology to boost productivity and competitiveness.

Funding to support organisations across Belfast to invest in the transformation of community places and spaces.

One-to-one mentoring, support, and retail opportunities for makers and artisan food businesses.