If you run a small or medium-sized business in Sunderland, this one's for you. Phase 3 of the Sunderland Business Support Fund (SBSF) launched today, and it's designed to help local growing businesses access the expert support they need to improve and expand.

Phase 3 of the North of Tyne Business Support Fund is now open. SMEs in Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland can apply for up to 50% grant funding towards business improvement projects worth £3,000–£8,000.

Running a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) is no small feat. From refining your business strategy to boosting performance, SMEs face a blend of challenges and opportunities every day. At HiThrive, we’ve been dedicated to partnering with business owners to tackle these challenges head-on, and we’re thrilled to announce that our efforts have been recognised.