Eligible applicants

• Sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Social enterprises, charities, community organisations and co-operatives.
• Pre-start, start-up and existing businesses.
• Other organisations delivering eligible economic activity in Flintshire.

Applicants must demonstrate

• A clear project need and reason for grant support.
• The ability to deliver within the grant period.
• Available match funding.
• Measurable economic, regeneration, placemaking or community benefits.
• Legal, regulatory and subsidy-control compliance.

Potentially eligible activity

• Business planning, feasibility and specialist consultancy.
• Branding, marketing, websites and e-commerce.
• Digital systems, technology and productivity improvements.
• Training and workforce development.
• Equipment and eligible premises improvements.
• Products, services, innovation and market development.

Normally not eligible

• Routine operating costs, rent, rates, utilities or salaries.
• Loan repayments, interest, stock for resale or hospitality.
• Routine maintenance or replacement without a growth benefit.
• Activity outside the eligible area.
• Standalone events or promotions without measurable outcomes.