Digital Enterprise West Yorkshire (an extension of DE3) is back and ready to accelerate your digital transformation journey. We’re investing in small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) that are serious about innovation, growth, and digital excellence.
Whether you’re planning a comprehensive digital overhaul or looking to implement tailored solutions, we have the funding and expertise to help you succeed.
For SMEs ready to make transformational change, our High Impact Grants support ambitious digital projects costing £25,000 to £100,00, providing financial support worth up to 50% of the project costs (maximum grant value of £35,000).
These grants are designed for investments that will fundamentally reshape how your business operates and competes.
While you’ll need to present a comprehensive business case and navigate a thorough procurement process, your dedicated Digital Advisor will guide you through every step, ensuring you have the support needed to secure funding to start your transformation journey.
Need a helping hand to get a smaller project over the line?
Our Digital Accelerator Grants offer support with projects costing up to £25,000. We’ll fund up to 50% of your project costs (maximum £10,000) while you cover the remaining balance.
Every applicant receives dedicated support from a specialist Digital Advisor who provides practical, impartial guidance to help you choose the right solution for your business.
We have made some changes to our eligibility criteria, so it is important applicants consider this before applying.
To be eligible, your organisation must have its main operational base in the West Yorkshire region and have been trading for a minimum of 3 years. You must operate predominantly as a B2B business, as B2C organisations are no longer eligible for consideration. In addition, your company should employ at least 5 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees and have a minimum annual turnover of £100,000.
You must demonstrate a clear commitment to digital adoption, using technology to improve efficiencies, productivity and growth potential, and be able to present well-defined project objectives with measurable outcomes. The ability to provide match funding is also required.
If you are applying for a High Impact Grant, you must not have received one previously (though you may apply if you have previously received an Accelerator Grant). If you are applying for an Accelerator Grant, you must not have received either of our grants before.
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