Finance for start - ups
Starting a business in Sandwell and looking for finance?
The Business Growth team can help you explore the funding options available for your start-up. Whether you are considering loans, investment or other sources of finance, advisers can provide practical guidance to help you choose the right approach and plan for growth.
Start-up grant update
Due to programme timescales and high demand, all available start-up grant funding has now been fully allocated and no further grants are available at this time.
Businesses can still apply to take part in the Sandwell Enterprise Programme, subject to availability. The programme offers fully funded one-to-one support and group sessions to help entrepreneurs develop business ideas, build confidence and understand finance options. While new applicants are not eligible for grant funding, the programme continues to provide practical guidance for those starting or recently established in Sandwell.
Find out more about the Sandwell Enterprise Programme.
Open4Business funding portal
Open4Business provides funding news and information for start-ups and growing businesses. The portal includes a searchable database of grants, loans, investment funds and tax credit programmes from local, national and European sources.
The portal supports Sandwell businesses but is powered by Idox, an external provider of government software. Content is maintained by Idox.
Search the Open4Business portal.
Need support?
If you would like to discuss funding options or check what support may be available, the Business Growth team can help.
Submit an enquiry.