by Jeev Sahoo | J May, 2026 | Charity, Featured, Funding
The much-loved Big Duck Race 2026 is back, and local businesses are once again being invited to take part in this fun and creative fundraising event supporting vulnerable people across the community. Organised by MidasPlus, the event raises vital funds to help local...
by Karen Porter | J Mar, 2026 | Awards, Charity, Funding, Grants, Local Business, Start up support
The Stephen Lloyd Awards support early-stage projects aiming to achieve social or environmental change in the UK. Successful applicants will receive at least £25,000 in funding, alongside pro bono support from social enterprise mentors. Shortlisted candidates will be...
by Karen Porter | J Mar, 2026 | Developments, Economy Growth, Finance, Funding, Grants, Local Business, Manufacturing, Skills & Employment, Spelthorne Business
Made Smarter South East is a government-funded programme created to drive growth amongst the South East’s manufacturing SMEs and makers. The Made Smarter team will provide advice and support to manufacturers and makers to: help them switch to advanced and automated...
by Karen Porter | J Jan, 2026 | Business Surrey, Economy Growth, Funding, Grants, Health and Wellbeing, Local Business, Spelthorne Business, Travel & Transport
Boost productivity, cut congestion, and relieve workplace parking pressure by applying for a Smarter Travel to Work grant from Active Surrey by 13th February 2026. The Smarter Travel to Work grant scheme supports employers fulfil their travel plans and...
by Tracey Carter | J Dec, 2025 | Business Surrey, Economy Growth, Finance, Funding, Spelthorne Business, Surrey Business News
Funding and grants Here’s a round up of business grants that have come through my inbox this month, it’s fast moving so check back here every month for updates on what programmes have been released. As we reach the end of the year, grants and competitions are...
by Tracey Carter | J Oct, 2025 | Funding, Funding, Grants, Spelthorne Business, Start up support, Technology
Enter the Aurora Open Call 2026 and bring your vision to the global stage Applications are open for the 2025 Aurora Tech Award, which provides financial prizes to women-led startups in the information technology sector. The award aims to recognise and support women...
