The aim of the ‘Business Growth and Innovation Grant Scheme’ is to offer Aberdeen City-based businesses match funded support to meet their growth objectives. Discretionary funding will be awarded to meet capital expenses related to long-term strategy; sustainability; adoption of innovative technologies and processes; sustain or growth of workforce; and physical expansion.
The grant award is match funded up to 50%, with a maximum award of £2,500 being available. Further examples below.
For guidance and the application form visit the Business Growth and Innovation Grant Scheme webpage.
Business Start-Up Grant Scheme
A Grant Scheme has launched to support Aberdeen based SME’s who have been trading for at least one-year and seeking to make capital investments in their business.
The grant award is match funded up to 50%, with a maximum award of £2,500 being available. Further examples below.
| Proposed Investment Cost | Business Contribution | Grant Award |
|---|---|---|
| £1,000 | £500 | £500 |
| £2,500 | £1,250 | £1,250 |
| £5,000 | £2,500 | £2,500 |
| £10,000 | £7,500 | £2,500 |
This scheme has been funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
How to apply
Before applying, please read the Application Guidance in full. If you have any questions, please contact the project team by emailing BusinessSupport@aberdeencity.gov.uk.
The link to download an application form is available below. Once complete, please email the form and all supporting documents (see checklist in the Guidance and FAQs below) to BusinessSupport@aberdeencity.gov.uk.
Applications will be accepted until 28 February 2026 or until such time as funding has been fully allocated.
Assessment of applications
All complete applications received will be assessed and verified against the eligibility criteria by Aberdeen City Council. Incomplete applications may not be reviewed.
Successful applicants will be informed by way of an offer letter. All decisions will be made at the discretion of Aberdeen City Council and are subject to the availability of funds.
The applicant may appeal an unsuccessful application up to 4 weeks following notification that they have been unsuccessful, by submitting a written request to appeal to BusinessSupport@aberdeencity.gov.uk. The application will then be reviewed by a second member of staff at Aberdeen City Council.
Contact
If you have any questions about the application form, guidance or eligibility, please contact BusinessSupport@aberdeencity.gov.uk.
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