Business grants and funding

We aim to support our local economy as much as possible and know that it's not always easy to get the business funding you need.

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Business Builder Programme

This is a support programme we are operating in both Broadland District Council and South Norfolk Council areas to help local businesses to grow and prosper, adding to the local economy.

We will provide entrepreneurs looking to start-up in business with access to quality advice and support – including paid for use of a comprehensive online business start-up training package. Going through our Foundation programme first will get you on a better footing to be able to apply for grant support later on, once you start your business.

For businesses that are already trading we will provide access to grant funding to help you grow backed up with access to training courses at the Council’s Carrowbreck training centre.

The Rural Business Builder Capital Grant programme offers businesses the opportunity to submit an expression of interest to be considered for grant funding to part fund a capital expenditure project. In some cases this can provide a greater value of funding support.

Building Futures - extended for 2025/2026

This scheme, available across both South Norfolk and Broadland, aims to increase the number of new apprenticeships offered through the provision of incentive grants, training and wraparound apprenticeship support. £2000 incentives are available, as well as, enhanced grants of £5,000 are available for businesses hiring onto a 'Dark Green' apprenticeship.

In addition to financial support, businesses will receive a free skills analysis and practical support to pick the right apprenticeship and provider. Employer eLearning is also included to help support the apprentice and free training on the fundamentals of sustainable business operations.

Find out more about funding and useful information that may be available through organisational partners.

Find out more about energy and electric vehicle support and funding opportunities that may be available to your business.