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30 verified schemes in plain English, each linked to its official source and dated with when we last checked it.

  • 30 schemes listed
  • 27 currently live
  • 8 local areas covered
  • 24 funders
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Sources we check: Innovate UK · North East Combined Authority · Tees Valley Combined Authority · British Business Bank · local councils

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North of Tyne Business Support Fund

NBSL (North East CA, UKSPF) · Grant

Up to 50% of eligible spend on projects costing £3,000–£8,000 (up to £4,000)

Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland · Checked

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Sunderland Business Support Fund

NBSL (North East Mayoral Strategic Authority) · Grant

£3,000–£6,000 grants covering up to 40% of eligible spend

Sunderland · Checked

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SWEF Enterprise Fund: Start-up Grant

Community Foundation North East · Grant

Up to £500

Gateshead, Newcastle, Northumberland, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Sunderland · Checked

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North East Accelerate Fund

North East Fund, managed by Mercia Ventures · Equity / convertible loan

Initial £50,000–£350,000, up to £1m in total

Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, Gateshead, South Tyneside, Sunderland, County Durham · Checked

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North East Elevate Fund

North East Fund, managed by FW Capital · Loan / mixed loan-equity

Loans from £50,000, up to £1m for established businesses

Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, Gateshead, South Tyneside, Sunderland, County Durham · Checked

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Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II: NEL Smaller Loans

NEL Fund Managers (British Business Bank NPIF II) · Loan

£25,000–£100,000 (per Review North)

Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, Gateshead, South Tyneside, Sunderland, County Durham, Tees Valley · Checked

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Common questions

What grants are available for small businesses in the North East in 2026?

Current examples include the North of Tyne Business Support Fund (up to 50% of £3,000–£8,000 projects), the Sunderland Business Support Fund (up to 40% of £3,000–£6,000 projects), and Made Smarter Adoption North East for manufacturers (up to £20,000 towards software or equipment). Every scheme on Sourced North East links to its official source and shows the date we last checked it.

Can I get a grant for a new website in the North East?

Yes, in some areas. The North of Tyne Business Support Fund (Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland) and the Sunderland Business Support Fund both list website design and development as eligible projects. Check the eligibility on each official page before you commit spend.

Is there funding for equipment or machinery?

Options include the North East Elevate Fund (loans from £50,000), the Business Growth Fund for investments in Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland and Sunderland, and Made Smarter for manufacturers. Availability changes, so check with the funder.

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