Growth Platform: every grant open right now (April 2026)
£2M+ in Growth Platform grants available now for Liverpool businesses - tech, creative & manufacturing funding with April deadlines
Growth Platform is Liverpool City Region's business growth agency, focused on helping local companies scale up and create jobs. They fund everything from early-stage startups to established businesses looking to expand, with a particular interest in tech, creative industries, and manufacturing.
Current opportunities
| Grant Name | What it funds | Funding | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flexible Growth Fund | Business expansion and growth projects | Contact funder | Rolling |
| Baltic Ventures Accelerator | 12-week startup accelerator programme | Up to £30,000 | Rolling |
Note: The third listing appears to be a news announcement about a specific company's funding rather than an open grant programme.
Flexible Growth Fund
This £20 million pot supports ambitious businesses in Liverpool City Region looking to expand. You can use the funding for equipment, premises, staff costs, or market development. The fund targets businesses that can demonstrate clear growth potential and job creation plans. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, so you don't need to wait for specific deadlines.
Baltic Ventures Accelerator
This 12-week programme gives you £30,000 funding plus intensive business support to develop your startup idea. You'll work with mentors, access workshops, and connect with investors. The programme suits early-stage founders with scalable business models, particularly in tech and digital sectors. The rolling deadline means you can apply when you're ready rather than waiting months for the next intake.
Before you apply
Growth Platform prioritises businesses that will create jobs in Liverpool City Region. Your application needs to show clear employment projections with realistic timescales. They want to see how many jobs you'll create in years one, two, and three.
Location matters more than you might think. While they fund businesses across the Liverpool City Region, they give preference to projects in areas with higher deprivation levels. Check their priority postcodes before you apply.
Your growth projections need solid evidence behind them. Don't just say you'll triple revenue in two years. Show market research, customer validation, or existing sales trends that support your forecasts. They've seen too many optimistic spreadsheets with no basis in reality.
Financial match-funding strengthens your application significantly. Even if it's not required, showing you're investing your own money or have secured other funding demonstrates commitment and reduces their risk.
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