Finding the Right Company Grant
As the number and types of grants available may be constantly changing, it is important that you check on a regular basis with the various funding providers. There are several websites which provide details of current funds and this should save a great deal of time and cost in researching grants being offered.
Websites like The Business Support Directory contains information on local, county and countrywide projects which are designed to aid companies. The directory is completely free and allows various searches to be carried out on the database thus cutting down the time it takes to find appropriate results. Help is also provided in making applications for the projects and grants
There are several other bodies who offer to help applicant obtain funding for a particular project. Some levy a fee either as a one off charge or as a regular monthly subscription. Whilst they may be able to provide assistance in seeking funds and submitting applications, the actual receipt of the funds is by no means guaranteed. It is therefore perhaps worthwhile researching the different grant researchers.
Business link provide a local resource which can provide information and direction in securing funds for a venture.
Depending on the size of the grant you are looking for, it may well be worthwhile researching the types of organisations which may be able to help secure the money. If possible it is advisable to trend carefully and try to hold off committing funds and expenses until the grant has been awarded.