Funding & support resources

Tech Startup Sunderland is a free programme of activity to help entrepreneurs across Sunderland to bring their tech and digital ideas to life through a wide range of expert-led support.

Invest North East England is the first point of contact for businesses looking to locate and invest in our region.

Rising Stars is Tech Nation’s pitch competition for early-stage tech startups.

The Esports Business Cluster (the first and only in the UK) aims to create and support businesses already actively working or seeking to work within the esports sector.

Sunderland Innovate and Grow (SIG) brings together a range of complementary activities to catalyse and support innovation and business growth in the city.

Help to Grow: Management Essentials is a free, online course that explains the essential business concepts required for growth.

Digital Catapult has launched this state-of-the-art 5G Immersive Lab in partnership with the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority to break down the barriers to digital adoption in the North East.

The complete technology solution for your e-Procurement value chain.

Helping innovative digital businesses across the North East to collaborate, commercialise and attract finance.

Access startup support and accelerate growth for your tech business

Powering the next generation of digital creators in the North East

Apprenticeships Made Simple for Small Business

Build a more inclusive workplace Fully funded support for North East employers

Protect your business against the most common cyber threats with Cyber Essentials.