Business Support Finder

Support for digital transformation in manufacturing

Funding of up to £17,250 for a sales resource to grow your business opportunities and exports in the cross-border market.

Industry-led, open-access manufacturing and engineering innovation centre with state-of-the-art facilities, and academic and engineering excellence.  

Agri-food sector support to enhance economic performance and competitiveness through financial assistance for transformative capital investment.

Learning programmes to boost the skills of workers in the agriculture industry.

Up to £45,000 funding to help innovative micro, small and medium-sized businesses scale, create employment and move into new markets outside Northern Ireland.

Support and funding to help you recruit apprentices.

The Asbestos Advisory Service, managed by HSENI, provides independent information and best practice advice on dealing with asbestos.

Financial support to upskill individuals to meet the skills demand for current job vacancies.

Funding to support, promote, and develop good relations projects throughout the Causeway Coast and Glens area.

Funding to small businesses as they start their journey of innovation or develop industry solutions allowing them to take their business to the next level.

Free access to company databases and market intelligence reports, including sector and country information.

Advice, mentoring, and support with researching new markets and funding opportunities for businesses in the Ards and North Down Borough Council area.

Support to help businesses promote diversity and inclusion and identify recruitment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Construction sector grant support covering a wide range of training and qualifications for their employees working in Northern Ireland.

Funding of £2,500,000 to £7,000,000 to fund projects that strengthen our food system and reduce food insecurity for people and communities.

Grants of up to £30,000 to help turn early-stage ideas into viable products or services.

Support for businesses to access university and college expertise, research, and facilities to boost innovation and growth.

Grants of up to £300 are available for events that celebrate Culture Night.

Demonstrate commitment to transport sustainability and workplace wellbeing to your staff, stakeholders, and customers.

Funding for innovative ideas to strengthen UK defence and security, from early concepts to market-ready solutions.

Financial support to strengthen internal management and business skills for improved performance and growth.

Recruitment advice and support for Northern Ireland employers.

Programme introducing co-operative models for fair, sustainable communities through workshops and webinars.

Free support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to help drive digital adoption and transformation, embedding tools, data analytics and automation into day-to-day operations.

Advice and training support to help Belfast tourism businesses become more accessible for visitors with disabilities.

A range of events, activities, training, information, and support to enable a shift towards active travel to work.

Support for businesses to identify and address barriers to diversity and inclusion for disabled people in the workplace.

Specialist advice and support for businesses employing people with disabilities.

Support to help individuals explore business ideas, develop enterprise skills, and launch a start-up through mentoring.

Start-up support for people aged 18–30 with access to business training, funding, mentoring, and practical help to launch and grow a business.

This programme provides eligible businesses with the option to participate in trade missions to either the Czech Republic or the Netherlands.

Practical support for businesses exploring augmented and virtual reality technologies to drive innovation.

Free short training courses to increase awareness and knowledge of topical farming issues.

Support from an experienced adviser to help businesses understand if employee ownership is the right strategy for their business.

Networking opportunity for agri-food and drink producers and hospitality providers.

Six-month accelerator offering resources and mentorship to help early-stage founders build scalable startups with high-growth potential.

Tailored support for young social entrepreneurs including financial literacy resources, peer-to-peer learning, workshops, and expert advice and guidance.

Practical, step‑by‑step support for businesses preparing to export their goods and services across the island of Ireland.

This programme helps to identify workforce health needs and includes the development of a bespoke physical activity package.

Support for innovative SMEs to explore global markets, build partnerships, and grow internationally.

Support and funding for SMEs to explore international R&D collaboration and global market opportunities.

Help for setting up a new social enterprise or co-operative including advice, networking opportunities, coaching and workshops

Local council support offering expert advice, tailored guidance, and mentoring to help you start, grow, or scale your business.

Tender training and mentoring to help businesses across Ireland access public sector contracts and access the procurement market.

Support and funding for developments that deliver Grade A quality office spaces.

Funding and support from Invest Northern Ireland to help businesses plan, test, and deliver innovative R&D projects.

Programme to equip construction businesses with the knowledge and expertise to thrive in a low-carbon economy.

Training for electrical operatives in Electrical Energy Storage Systems, Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment, and Small-Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems.

The HBAN programme encourages business angels to operate within syndicates and provides a matching service between companies seeking investors and business angels.