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SWEF Business Grant (County Durham & Tees Valley)

SWEF Business Grant (County Durham & Tees Valley) is a grant from Point North. Amount: £500 start-up grant or £2,000 business grant.

Amount
£500 start-up grant or £2,000 business grant
Who it's for
Aged 18–30, majority shareholder, from a low-income household or facing barriers, business trading under 2 years (2.5 years for the business grant). County Durham, Tees Valley, Tyneside, Wearside, Northumberland.
Deadline / status
Rolling: No deadline. Decision in around 8 weeks.
Areas
County Durham, Tees Valley, Gateshead, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside
Categories
Start-ups
Official source
https://pointnorth.org.uk/grants/swef-business-grant/
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FAQ

How much can I get from SWEF Business Grant (County Durham & Tees Valley)?

£500 start-up grant or £2,000 business grant

Who is eligible for SWEF Business Grant (County Durham & Tees Valley)?

Aged 18–30, majority shareholder, from a low-income household or facing barriers, business trading under 2 years (2.5 years for the business grant). County Durham, Tees Valley, Tyneside, Wearside, Northumberland.

What is the deadline for SWEF Business Grant (County Durham & Tees Valley)?

Rolling. No deadline. Decision in around 8 weeks. Last checked 15 Oct 2026; always confirm on the official page: https://pointnorth.org.uk/grants/swef-business-grant/

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