Finance Yorkshire Business Loans (Debt)
The Finance Yorkshire Investment Fund is a £24m debt facility funded by Finance Yorkshire. The fund consists of a business loan fund and microloan fund, which provides eligible companies with funding for activities that will deliver high-growth and employment opportunities across Yorkshire and the Humber. Business loans are aimed at early-stage, established or growing business looking for expansion finance.
Use of funds includes:
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Product development -
Hiring new staff -
Entering new markets -
Moving to new premises -
Marketing and sales -
Equipment purchases
Our Yorkshire & Humber team
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Ann Marie McFadyen
Head of Funds, Yorkshire & Midlands -
Mike Barber
Investment Manager -
Lorenzo Omar
Investment Manager -
Claire Naylor
Fund Operations Manager
Fund FAQs
Who is the Finance Yorkshire Investment Fund for?
The Finance Yorkshire Investment Fund is for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) paying business rates in the Yorkshire region or wish to relocate there. The Fund can support SMEs at all stages of development, from early-stage to established businesses pursuing a new growth strategy, and from anywhere in the region, including more remote areas.
What is the purpose of the Finance Yorkshire Investment Fund?
The purpose of the Finance Yorkshire Investment Fund is to provide flexible investment packages to eligible SMEs currently based, or locating to, areas within Yorkshire and Humber, with the ambition to expand, create jobs and improve productivity.
Is my business eligible for the Finance Yorkshire Investment Fund?
The Finance Yorkshire Investment Fund is aimed at early-stage, established or growing business looking for expansion finance. Eligible businesses will need to have a proven business concept with some commercial traction, with projections that the fund can lend against.
How do I apply to the Finance Yorkshire Investment Fund?
To apply to the Finance Yorkshire Investment Fund, you will need to complete our enquiry form. Following this, we can discuss your funding needs before you submit a full application.