ABC Enterprise Grant Fund

The ABC Enterprise Grant Fund, established by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, is designed to support the growth and development of micro-businesses across the borough.

Micro-businesses play a vital role in the local economy — they drive innovation, create employment, and contribute to the vibrancy and resilience of our communities. The Council recognises their importance and is proud to offer targeted funding to help these businesses invest, expand, and thrive.

The ABC Enterprise Grant Fund is available through a competitive open call, with set opening and closing dates.

It can cover up to 50% of eligible costs, with grants ranging from £1,000 to £5,000.

For example:

• If you’re applying for the minimum grant of £1,000, your total project cost must be at least £2,000.
• The maximum grant of £5,000 requires a project cost of at least £10,000.
• If your total project cost is more than £10,000, your business must fund the remaining amount. Please note: the total project cost must not exceed £20,000.

Who can apply:

To apply for the ABC Enterprise Grant Fund, businesses must meet the following criteria:

• Be a micro-business with up to 10 employees.
• Be located within the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area.
• Be actively trading for at least 3 months.
• Have a business bank account or a personal account clearly showing business activity.

Open to a wide range or sectors please refer to the guidance notes for more details.

Enterprise Grant Fund – Guidance Notes

What can be funded:

Examples of expenditure that can be funded through this grant call include:

• New equipment / machinery that contributes towards business productivity growth or efficiency.
• Computer equipment & software (outright purchase only, on-going license fees ineligible).

How to Apply:

Application open Monday 17^th November 2025

Applications must be submitted online. To apply please click here:

You are encouraged to submit you application well in advance of the closing date/ time to avoid technical difficulties which could result in deeming your application ineligible.

This is a competitive process and all grants awarded will be determined on the basis of merit.

Application close at 12 noon on Friday 12th December 2025

For further information please contact:

Email or phone to speak to the Economic Development Team on 0300 0300 900