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Business support programmes

There are currently over 100 free or fully funded support programmes available for businesses in the West Midlands, from investment readiness to decarbonisation. Browse our top picks below or contact us for tailored advice on what's right for you.

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Business Growth West Midlands Investment Readiness logo
  • Funding
  • Growth

West Midlands

Investment Readiness Programme

Provided by West Midlands Combined Authority

Guidance and support activities to enable growth in West Midlands based SMEs

Government funded

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  • Funding

West Midlands

West Midlands Co-Investment Fund

Provided by West Midlands Combined Authority

This £25m fund aims to support SMEs that offer high-growth potential and the ability to help supercharge the regional economy

Government funded

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  • Funding

West Midlands

West Midlands Business Grants Programme

Provided by West Midlands Combined Authority

Grants to increase productivity by improving business confidence, stimulating business activity, attracting investment, safeguarding existing and creating new jobs within local communities

Government funded

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  • Funding
  • Innovation

West Midlands

Minerva Business Angels

Provided by Minerva

Practical advice and help for Tech/Innovative start ups to find the right funding and support

Government funded

Coventry City Council logo
  • Funding

Coventry

Coventry City Council Grants & Loans

Provided by Coventry City Council

Find out more about funding a business in Coventry, including access to grants

Government funded

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  • Funding

West Midlands

ACTIVATE

Provided by West Midlands Combined Authority

A new skills and business programme empowering creative and cultural sector, including freelancers and small organisations in the West Midlands

Government funded

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  • Starting a Business
  • Funding

Sandwell

Finance for Sandwell Start Ups

Provided by BGWM in Sandwell

Get help securing finance for your business, whether it’s a loan, equity or grant you need

Government funded

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  • Funding
  • Decarbonisation

West Midlands

West Midlands Net Zero Grants

Provided by West Midlands Combined Authority

The WMCA, alongside its Local Authority partners and HMG have allocated £15.5m of grant funding to be available to businesses within the WMCA area

Government funded

Not sure what you're eligible for?

Contact us and be put in touch with a Business Adviser who can help you navigate all the available opportunities and find the right programme to accelerate your business.

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