Funding to boost growth for Surrey’s businesses and economy
Funding to boost growth is now available from Surrey County Council with millions available for innovative ideas to enhance the economy.
Businesses, employer representative groups and partner organisations are all invited to apply for investment from the new Economic Growth Fund.
A range of funds, such as UK Shared Prosperity Funding from government, have been pooled together into a single application process creating up to £7 million which is available for this financial year. Grants will be awarded to those demonstrating how they will boost economic outcomes for the people, places and businesses of the county.
The first round covers three areas:
Business Growth Grants support companies of all sizes to scale up and create jobs. Match funding of between £10,000 and £50,000, covering 50% of project costs.
The Innovation Spaces Fund focuses on physical infrastructure. Minimum bid of £50,000.
The Future Surrey Fund is open to anyone. Applications should focus on innovative ideas that can scale while delivering economic impact in Surrey.
Information webinar 8 May.
Applications for the first round are now open, closing at the end of May.
