Get Started and Grow Scheme – Free Support for New & Early-Stage Businesses
The Get Started and Grow Scheme supports new and early-stage businesses in Staffordshire (excluding Stoke-On-Trent) who want practical, hands-on help to grow their business. Since launching in 2021, we’ve supported 475 Staffordshire businesses on their growth journey.
This fully funded scheme helps small businesses build strong foundations through digital, legal and financial support.
What the Scheme Offers
Free 5‑Page Website
We’ll build your website for you — you simply provide the content and photos. Includes 3 months of free hosting.
Free Logo & Branding Support
Get a professionally designed logo, brand templates, or a refreshed visual identity.
Up to 6 Hours of Legal Support
Specialist guidance covering:
- Terms & Conditions
- Contracts of Trade/Sale
- NDAs
- Company structures
- Shareholder agreements
- Employment contracts & HR documentation
Workshops for New & Growing Businesses
Small workshops (6–8 places) covering:
- Social Media & Digital Marketing
- Accounting & Financial Essentials
Locations delivering support
- Lichfield
- Cannock
- Tamworth
- Cannock
- East Staffordshire
- South Staffordshire
- Newcastle under Lyme
- Staffordshire Moorlands
This support is fully funded by Staffordshire County Council
Eligibility
Your business must:
- Be based in Staffordshire (excluding Stoke-on-Trent)
- Be 0–5 years old
- Hold a Companies House number or UTR
- Have completed the Start Up Mentoring Scheme
- Choose one support package
Businesses with a complete website are not eligible for website support, but can access all other support.
