IP for Growth supports businesses from different sectors to identify IP assets, develop processes to protect IP, and use IP to help business growth.

The application window for round two is now closed. For information about how to protect your IP, click here.

When open, what does the grant scheme offer?

Identify your IP

An initial grant of up to £2,400 to procure and complete an IP Audit with a specialist provider.

Take action

A further grant of up to £5,600 to implement recommended actions from the IP Audit.

Professional expertise

Information and advice to understand different types of IP and how it can help your businesses innovate and grow.

Who would be eligible for a grant?

You are eligible to apply for this grant if:

  • You are based in the West of England (Bath & North East Somerset, Bristol, or South Gloucestershire)
  • Able to provide 20% match funding towards the cost of the project
  • Have a staff headcount less than 250, a turnover of no more than £36m, or a balance sheet of no more than £18m.