DRIVE is a new business mentoring and funding support programme for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
The programme supports businesses to help grow and develop Norfolk and Suffolk’s rural economy.
DRIVE provides local businesses with access to a grant to invest in new business development that leads to job creation.
You could receive:
- Up to 12 hours of guidance from a Business Mentor to evaluate your business plans and DRIVE application
- A grant between £5,000 and £30,000 (up to 40% of total project costs)
If you are a business with a project idea, go to About DRIVE for more information including who is eligible and how to apply.
Our Local Investment Boards page has information for Local Investment Board (LIB) members.