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Invest to Grow

UK Government · East Midlands · Varies

What it funds

Loans and grants to support private sector businesses across the East Midlands to innovate, grow and create jobs.

Job creation

How to apply

Apply via the scheme website: https://www.derby.ac.uk/business-services/funding/access-to-funding/

Last checked against the official source: 24 Aug 2026. Scheme parameters are set by the funder and can change — verify before applying, or let us do it for you.

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Key factsVerified
Deadline
Rolling intake
Award
Varies
Coverage
East Midlands
Type
Grant
Provider
UK Government
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