Business growth support in Fermanagh and Omagh

Council and local organisation support and opportunities to grow your business in the Fermanagh and Omagh area

There are several organisations in Fermanagh and Omagh which offer support to help you grow your business.

Growth and support schemes for established businesses

Fermanagh and Omagh District Council runs support programmes for business growth and development. Current programmes include:

Rural Business Development Grant Scheme

The Rural Business Development Grant Scheme can provide funding of up to 50% of costs for capital items up to a maximum of £7,500. The minimum grant awarded will be £500. The total cost of the capital project must be a minimum of £1,000 and must not exceed £30,000.

Find out more about Rural Business Development Grant Scheme.

Culture Night Grant

Grants of up to £300 are available for events that celebrate Culture Night. Find out more about Culture Night Grant.

Employer-led Disability Programme

Opportunity for employers to increase their knowledge and understanding of the barriers that those with a disability and/or long term health condition may experience when seeking employment - find out more about the Employer-led Disability Programme.

Go Succeed - Grow and Scale

Support is available if your business is already established and is now ready to expand, but growth is slow and you're not sure how to progress. Or if your business is ready to go to the next level locally and internationally but you need guidance, support or resources to achieve your ambitions. Business advisors will provide tailored support to help your business achieve its ambitions - find out more about Go Succeed support for existing businesses.

Social Enterprise Bootcamp

Bespoke mentoring and exclusive workshops to help enhance the skills of social enterprises which are actively trading with ambitions to grow - find out more about the Social Enterprise Bootcamp.

Social Enterprise Thematic Programme

Support for social enterprises to elevate their skills through one-on-one mentoring and online workshops, focusing on fundraising, digital marketing, and social impact planning - find out more about the Social Enterprise Thematic Programme.

Local enterprise agencies

Enterprise Northern Ireland agencies provide business improvement programmes, financing, events, workspace and meeting space. There are two local enterprise agencies in Fermanagh and Omagh District Council:

Tender for council contracts

You can seek tender opportunities as a way to grow your business in Fermanagh and Omagh. The council offers public tenders throughout the year in a wide range of business areas.

Find out more on tendering for Fermanagh and Omagh District Council contracts.