Business funding
Access to finance is essential to any existing business.
The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund
The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II offers a range of commercial finance options with smaller loans and debt finance from £25,000 to £2 million and equity investment up to £5 million. The fund covers the whole of the North, including rural, coastal and urban areas.
- Smaller Loans from £25,000 to £100,000 (opens new window)
- Debt Finance from £100,000 to £2m (opens new window)
- Equity Finance up to £5m (opens new window)
Find out more on the British Business Bank website (opens new window) or contact a member of the Business Gateshead team.
North East Fund
The North East Fund is one of the funding options available to support businesses in Gateshead and across the wider North East. The fund provides investment finance to small and medium-sized enterprises. Backed by the North East Combined Authority, it operates three dedicated investment funds offering finance to both start‑up and established businesses looking to grow.
North East Growth Hub
The North East Growth Hub is home to the biggest range of business support and events for micro, small and medium sized enterprises across the region.
You can access a list of all funding and finance that is available to you in the North East on the North East Growth Hub website (opens new window).
Start-Up Loans
Business Enterprise Fund is a delivery partner of the British Business Bank's Start Up Loan scheme, a government-backed programme to encourage entrepreneurs.
They provide low-interest loans to start-ups and those who already have a UK business that is less than 3 years old. They also provide free business planning support and individuals can access post-loan mentoring for up to 12 months to ensure the money has maximum impact.
Find out more on the Business Enterprise Fund website (opens new window) or contact a member of the Business Gateshead team for a referral.
