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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Culture and Creative Investment Programme
Culture and Creative Investment Programme is a finance plus business support from North East CA with Creative UK. Amount: Combined finance and support package. Amounts: check with funder.
- Amount
- Combined finance and support package. Amounts: check with funder
- Who it's for
- Freelancers and businesses in culture and creative industries in North Tyneside, Northumberland and Newcastle.
- Deadline / status
- Check with funder: Check with funder
- Areas
- North Tyneside, Northumberland, Newcastle
- Categories
- Creative & cultural, Loans & equity
- Official source
- https://www.northeast-ca.gov.uk/get-involved/funding-opportunities
- Last checked
Sourced North East is not the funder. Details can change, so confirm eligibility and deadlines on the official page before applying or spending money.
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FAQ
How much can I get from Culture and Creative Investment Programme?
Combined finance and support package. Amounts: check with funder
Who is eligible for Culture and Creative Investment Programme?
Freelancers and businesses in culture and creative industries in North Tyneside, Northumberland and Newcastle.
What is the deadline for Culture and Creative Investment Programme?
Check with funder. Check with funder. Last checked 15 Oct 2026; always confirm on the official page: https://www.northeast-ca.gov.uk/get-involved/funding-opportunities
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