Our funds

Finance South East now manages a number of funds dedicated to bridging the funding gap for innovative growth companies in the South East region.

If your company can demonstrate the potential for significant growth, Finance South East may have the funds to help you grow, whether you are a pre-start, start-up, early growth or established company.

To apply to any of the Finance South East managed funds, companies should be Investment Ready.  If your business is investment ready, you have a clear idea of the amount of funding required and what it is to be used for, then you can contact the appropriate fund manager to discuss your needs.  Details can be found in the 'How to Apply' section of each of the funds below.

However, if you are unsure which funding options are available to you or have a more general enquiry, please contact Business Link in the South East who run the 'Access to Finance & Investment Readiness Programme'.

Accelerator Fund

A £10m fund providing an innovative source of finance for growth companies

South East Seed Fund

The South East Seed Fund is a £5m equity fund that invests up to £250,000 in SMEs

Commercialisation Fund

 A 'two phase' fund specifically for early-stage businesses

Collaboration Fund

 A £2m grant fund financed by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)


Providing finance for growth

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