Technology Kickstart Grant

About

The Technology Kickstart Grant offers up to £10,000 to entrepreneurs and startups in the Highlands and Islands for developing new digital or technology-led products, processes, or services, with a focus on innovation and growth potential.

Benefits

• 💰Up to £10,000 — Grant funding to support early-stage research and development of a new digital or technology-led minimum viable product, process, or service
• 🛠️ Project cost contribution — Applicants must contribute to project costs, with a minimum application amount of £2,000
• 📈Potential for growth — Focus on technology innovations with growth ambitions

Eligibility Criteria

• Entrepreneurs, founders, start-ups, and small businesses with less than 50 employees based in the Highlands and Islands Enterprise area
• Must be developing a new digital or technology-led product, process, or service
• Must comply with fair work conditions for financial support

Participation Commitments

• 💼 Financial contribution required — Applicants must fund a portion of project costs upfront
• 📄 Submission of quotes — Applicants must provide up to three eligible quotes or contractors for project costs
• ⏳ Case-by-case appraisal — Applications will be assessed individually based on need and viability

Target Region

Highlands and Islands Enterprise area in Scotland

Target Sector

Digital and technology-led innovations