Access to Finance Support – Business Growth Hub

Business Growth Hub (GM BGH)
Ongoing

Funding

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Location

England, North West England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

The Business Growth Hub offers free support to help Greater Manchester businesses find the right funding. Advisors help you get investment ready, build business plans, and create financial forecasts. They can introduce you to investors including business angels, venture capitalists, and public or private funders. There are no fees, commission, or introduction costs.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

limited companysole traderpartnershipsocial enterprise

Key requirements:

  • Must be an SME based in or operating within Greater Manchester
Who is this for?

This is for small and medium-sized businesses based in or operating within Greater Manchester. It suits businesses looking for grants, loans, or investment but unsure where to start. It is not for businesses outside Greater Manchester.

No published award history for Business Growth Hub (GM BGH). Some funders do not publish their grants data.

Full details from Business Growth Hub (GM BGH)

The Business Growth Hub provides free, specialist support to help Greater Manchester businesses access the right finance and funding, including grants, loans, and equity investment. Advisors help businesses become investment ready, develop business plans and financial forecasts, and make introductions to investors. The service covers private investors, business angel networks, venture capitalists, and public or private sector funders. There are no fees, commission, or introduction costs.

How to apply

Contact the Business Growth Hub directly to access the service. A specialist advisor will work with you to understand your funding needs and next steps.

Set up your organisation profile first

Takes about 5 minutes. This is what makes your checks specific to your business.

Set up profile

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  • Generate a first draft you can work from
  • Review your draft against the criteria
  • Build a budget template
  • Read the grant in plain English

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Last updated: 19 July 2026