Digital content creators, freelancers and creative businesses based in Tees Valley can now apply for grants of up to £250 through North East Screen’s Tees Valley REACH programme.
The funding has been designed to support business growth and professional development, helping digital creatives strengthen their businesses, develop new ideas and access opportunities for training and skills development.
No match funding is required.
What can the funding support?
Funding can be used for a range of business and professional development activities, including:
- Marketing, PR and promotional activity
- Legal, accountancy and business advisory support
- Developing new digital content ideas, including sizzles, pitch decks and pitching materials
- Professional development and training, including course fees and CPD opportunities
Applications may also include other business development activities where applicants can demonstrate how the funding will support their business or creative practice.
Who can apply?
The opportunity is open to digital content creators, businesses and freelancers based in:
- Darlington
- Hartlepool
- Middlesbrough
- Redcar and Cleveland
- Stockton-on-Tees
Applicants will need to demonstrate how the proposed activity will support their business or professional development and provide evidence of completed activity and outcomes.
Funding cannot be used for general business overheads or capital purchases.
How much funding is available?
Successful applicants can receive grants of up to £250, with no match funding required.
Key dates
Applications close: Monday 16 November 2026
Funded activity must be completed by: 28 February 2027
Apply now
For any questions about eligibility or the programme, please email: development@northeastscreen.org
