Many retail businesses are looking for extra support right now, and will do so moving forward.
Whether it’s help with staffing through the Government’s new Kickstart Scheme, or a Grow It Award for a retailer looking to tackle a social issue, there are many types of grants available - some you may have heard of, others may be new to you.
As well as nationwide initiatives, there are region-specific grants such as the Elmbridge Digital High Street Fund (EDHSF) which offers grants to help independent high street retailers in the area to establish or upgrade e-commerce websites. Or the Test Valley Independent Retailer Grant indies use vacant retail spaces in Andover and Romsey.
Here we provide a link to an updated article by www.smallbusiness.co.uk about 150 grants which are available for retailers, start-ups and other entrepreneurs.
Additional Guidance and Resources
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- Report: Economic uncertainty set to continue
- Bira concerned Treasury’s funding package will not be enough to sustain retailers
- Protecting your retail business through Christmas and beyond
- A quick and easy guide to Click and Collect for retailers