⏱ Last Reviewed: 9 May 2026. Government funding schemes change frequently — thresholds, deadlines, and eligibility criteria may have been updated. Always verify directly with the relevant agency before applying. This tool is for indicative eligibility mapping only.
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Government Funding Eligibility Map
⚖ Legal disclaimer: Scheme data is indicative only and based on publicly available information as of the last review date. Funding criteria, award sizes, and eligibility thresholds change regularly. This tool does not constitute legal or financial advice. Always verify current terms directly with the relevant funding body and seek professional guidance before applying.
Methodology & Data Sources
- SBIR/STTR: Small Business Administration (SBA), sbir.gov — Phase I up to $275K, Phase II up to $1.75M. Requires US-owned small business, ≤500 employees.
- Innovate UK Smart Grants: UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), innovateuk.ukri.org — grants up to £2M for R&D-intensive projects. Typically 40–60% grant funding.
- Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS): British Business Bank successor to Recovery Loan Scheme. Loans £25K–£2M, 70% government guarantee. Trading 12+ months required.
- Horizon Europe / EIC: European Commission — EIC Accelerator up to €2.5M grant + €15M equity. Requires EU nexus. Open to SMEs from associated countries.
- R&D Tax Credits: HMRC RDEC (14.5% credit on qualifying expenditure from April 2023) and SME scheme — verify current rates with HMRC guidance.
About This Tool
Schemes covered by jurisdiction:
🇺🇸 US: SBIR, STTR, SBA 7(a), SBA 504, CDFI grants
🇬🇧 UK: Innovate UK Smart Grants, Growth Guarantee Scheme, Enterprise Finance Guarantee, R&D Tax Credits (RDEC), SEIS/EIS investor relief
🇪🇺 EU: Horizon Europe, EIC Accelerator, EIF guarantees, COSME, InvestEU
Complexity rating (● dots) indicates typical application burden: 1 dot = straightforward online application; 5 dots = multi-stage with external consultant typically required.
⚠ Government schemes change frequently. Verify current open rounds, deadlines, and criteria with the relevant funding body before committing resource to an application.