Grant

Priming Start Up Grants

Get funding to start your business

Provided by Local Enterprise Office

How to apply

Apply on the official National Enterprise Hub listing — applications and eligibility are administered by Local Enterprise Office, not Tenderwatch.

Apply on neh.gov.ie

About this support

The early stages are the hardest for small businesses. This support reduces the financial burden of starting a business to increase your chances of growth and success.

Who is it for?

For businesses that need assistance with the initial costs of starting a business. You might be eligible if: You employ up to 10 people You have been operating for up to 18 months Eligibility is subject to terms and conditions.

At a glance

Provider
Local Enterprise Office
Type
Grant
Categories
Grants
Industries
Construction, Energy, Financial, Food, Healthcare, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Transport & Storage
Business size
Less than 10 Employees, Between 10-49 Employees
Source
National Enterprise Hub

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Auto-imported from neh.gov.ie. First seen 7 May 2026; last verified 7 May 2026. Always check the official listing on the National Enterprise Hub before applying — eligibility and amounts change without notice.