Local support
Weekly Funding Bulletin
The Ambitious Essex Growth Agency continues to champion innovation, enterprise, and inclusive economic growth across the region. This bulletin provides SMEs with a curated overview of current funding opportunities aligned with our local priorities.
Future Funding Opportunity Sheet
Curated report for the Innovation & Intelligence team, listing newly launched or recently updated funding programmes across sectors. It provides detailed information on each opportunity including type, funding body, sector etc
FAQs - Funding Finder
This page answers common questions about using the Funding Finder, including how to search for opportunities, understand eligibility, and access support throughout the application process."
Funding Readiness Toolkit for SMEs (Innovation)
Innovation funding refers to grants, loans, or investment schemes that support the development and commercialisation of new or improved products, services, or processes.
Bid/No-Bid Matrix
A Bid/No-Bid Matrix is a structured decision-making tool used by organisations to evaluate whether to pursue a specific opportunity—such as a tender, grant, or contract—or decline it.
Business Support
Backing Essex Business and the Ambitious Essex Growth Hub offer expert advice, funding access, and tailored training to help SMEs across Essex thrive
Extraordinary Essex
Extraordinary Essex is a campaign that highlights inspiring work across the county—from community projects to education, health, the arts, and the environment. It supports the broader Everyone’s Essex plan to improve life for all residents.
Innovate UK
Innovate UK is the UK’s national innovation agency, playing a central role in driving economic growth by supporting business-led innovation across sectors. It provides funding, expert support, and connections to help UK businesses develop
Running and growing a business - Funding
Here's your guide to help you maintain and grow your business, with expert guidance and support.
Part of Local Tourism? Become a Visit Essex Member
Are you a restaurant, attraction, or accommodation within Essex? Become part of the Visit Essex family! Get involved with marketing and press opportunities, access to training and guides, local industry news, and more by becoming a member