Unlocking Grant Funding - Smart Start Brentwood

Description

Looking to fund your business idea or take your early-stage venture to the next level? Join us for our Unlocking Grant Funding Workshop, a practical and informative session designed to help entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses access grant funding with confidence.

This workshop will guide you through where and how to find relevant grant opportunities, what funders are really looking for, and how to create a strong, compelling grant application. You’ll gain practical insights into eligibility requirements, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to clearly communicate your business vision and impact.

The session will also mark the official launch of the Smart Start Grant Programme, offering 10 grants of up to £1,000 to support entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses. We’ll walk you through the eligibility criteria, application process, and key dates, ensuring you’re fully prepared to apply.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking for funding to grow, this workshop will give you the knowledge and tools you need to unlock new funding opportunities.

Event details:

Date: Wednesday 21st January 2026

Time: 2pm - 4pm

Location: Holiday Inn Brentwood, Brook St, Brentwood CM14 5NF

Eligibility:

The Smart Start Brentwood Programme is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is a UK Government initiative providing funding for local investments to support the government's five national missions, including economic growth, making the UK a clean energy superpower, and breaking down barriers to opportunity. From April 2025 to March 2026, UKSPF will continue to support local projects focused on communities and place, supporting local businesses, and people and skills. For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus

This popular programme is delivered by Let's Do Business Group.

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