North East BIC
Social Enterprise Boost Durham
Free business support and small grants for individuals, community groups and social enterprises in County Durham that are starting or trading a social enterprise with a community purpose.
What it pays for
Conditions to know about
Aimed at individuals and community groups with a social enterprise idea, or established social enterprises under five years old across County Durham. Support includes 1-2-1 advice, small grants and workshops. Grant amounts are not stated on the page.
How to apply
Applications go through the funder. Read their page for the full rules and the form.
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Source: North East Growth Hub: finance and funding. Last checked 11 Nov 2026. Read from the funder’s page by AI, with each key fact checked against the page text.
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Listed under Starting up, Growth, England, County Durham
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