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We've partnered with business funding platform Swoop, where you can discover the right funding solutions across loans, equity and grants. 

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The Government Grant Finder can help you find some of the grants your business is eligible for.

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      Featured funding programmes

      Our top picks from the finance programmes and grants currently available in the West Midlands:

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      West Midlands

      Investment Readiness Programme

      Provided by West Midlands Combined Authority

      Guidance and support activities to enable growth in West Midlands based SMEs

      Government funded
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      West Midlands Co-Investment Fund

      Provided by West Midlands Combined Authority

      This £25m fund aims to support SMEs that offer high-growth potential and the ability to help supercharge the regional economy

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      West Midlands Business Grants Programme

      Provided by West Midlands Combined Authority

      Grants to increase productivity by improving business confidence, stimulating business activity, attracting investment, safeguarding existing and creating new jobs within local communities

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      FAQs

      Contact us. Let us know a little bit about your business, and your ambitions for growing it, and one of our Business Advisers will signpost you to the best programmes - and any funding - that you're eligible for.

      Yes. Business Growth West Midlands is fully funded by government. Our Business Advisers are here to help you grow your business, and do not have affiliations to any of the funds they might signpost you to. We do not make any commission on finance deals. Our advice will always be in the best interest of you and your business. Contact us today.

      No. There are numerous options and they are always changing. We list key funds and programmes here to give you an idea of what's on offer, but recommend you contact us for free, comprehensive, up-to-date advice on the right options for your business.