About This Opportunity
SWEF Start-Up grants are for individuals who are in the early stages of setting up their business, or whose business is currently earning less than £500 per month. This grant provides up to £500 to help get things off the ground. The funding can support essential start-up costs such as equipment, materials, stock, website creation, product development, or training. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis once a month, and applicants must be between 18-30 years old. The program requires that applicants have taken significant steps to establish their business, with visible business presence through social media, website, or marketing materials. Grants must be spent within one month of receipt of funds, and businesses must be able to generate revenue within 3 months of application.
Who Can Apply
- Region
- Scotland
- Residency
- United Kingdom
- Project in
- United Kingdom
- Applicants
- individual
- Organizations
- for profit
- Age
- 18 - 31 years old
Application Details
Stages
- 1 rolling
Review process
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis once a month to ensure they meet eligibility criteria. Eligible and shortlisted applicants will have a call arranged with SWEF, with Foundation Scotland potentially present.
Restrictions
- reporting_requirements
- employment_restrictions
External Application
This opportunity requires you to apply directly on the funder's website.
Apply on External SiteKey Information
- Award Amount
- Not specified
- Application Deadline
-
December 17, 2025 at 23:59 UTCDeadline passed
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