Business Support Finder

Fully funded, expert artificial intelligence support tailored to the needs, readiness and ambitions of Northern Ireland SMEs.

Grant funding to help Northern Ireland sole traders, micro-businesses and SMEs bring innovative products, services, or processes to market.

A 12-week founder-led, all-island programme that combines AI-powered tools, practical frameworks and expert insight to accelerate women founders to innovate with technology, fast-tracking real progress within their business.

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

Advance assurance pilot to support small and medium-sized businesses planning Research and Development (R&D) tax relief.

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

The all-island WeVenture suite of programmes support women researchers to build confidence, capability, and commercially viable ventures.

A share of up to £150 million is available for UK‑registered organisations to develop and deploy energy efficiency projects in clean maritime technology.

A share of up to £150 million is available for UK‑registered organisations to develop and deploy electric power projects in clean maritime technology.

A share of up to £150 million is available for UK‑registered organisations to develop and deploy alternative fuels projects in clean maritime technology.

Support for digital transformation in manufacturing

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.

Proof of concept grants of up to £15,000 to help test and assess the commercial potential of novel ideas.

Tax relief for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with an accounting period that starts before 1 April 2024.

Tax relief for companies that produce theatrical productions.

Tax relief for companies that produce exhibitions for museums and galleries.

Tax relief for companies making video games.

Tax relief for companies making films or TV programmes.

HMRC confirmation for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that an R&D tax relief claim will be accepted before officially making the claim

Tax credit for businesses based on qualifying R&D costs incurred before 1 April 2024.

Tax relief for businesses producing orchestral concerts.

Funding to explore barriers and blockages to the creation of a fair and sustainable financial system within the economy.

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

Knowledge transfer network matching industry challenges with innovative companies across different sectors.

Support for cross-border business collaboration and innovation across the island of Ireland.

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

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

Collaborative programme to grow the manufacturing industry by addressing shared challenges through joint action.

The Automotive Transformation Fund aims to develop a UK-based manufacturing capability for zero-emission vehicles.

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

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.

Production funding in the form of a recoupable loan with profit participation or in limited circumstances a grant.

Operational excellence coaches will work with your business to make your workflows easier, better, faster, and cheaper.

Funding of up to £25,000 for Northern Ireland businesses to cover costs of expert technical services that support innovative projects.

Film, television, and interactive content development funding available for slates of projects.

Independent production companies can access project development funding for film, television and interactive content.

Script development funding for individuals and companies to develop feature film and television drama scripts.

The Pixel Mill is a collaborative and accessible co-working space in the Ormeau Labs for Northern Ireland’s interactive sector.

Financial support for e-business projects to help businesses increase innovation and productivity through the implementation of appropriate ICT

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

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

Fully funded training for small businesses to undertake innovation activity and drive growth.

Expert help for Northern Ireland businesses to protect their intellectual property, including patents, trade marks and designs.

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

Funding to help SMEs access academic expertise, hire a project manager, and deliver innovation projects.

Expert support for businesses facing technical challenges in engineering, manufacturing, product/process, environmental, and health & safety matters.

A subsidised partnership linking a business, a graduate, and a university or college to deliver strategic innovation projects that drive growth.