Unlock your Innovation with LEAP New Funding Competition Open
Are you at the start of your entrepreneurial journey? Do you want to innovate in food or animal feed?
The LEAP programme, funded by the Dick Lawes Legacy Fund will support visionary projects that push the boundaries of our food systems. We’re looking for ambitious entrepreneurs and very early-stage enterprises to provide up to £50,000 of support.
Successful UK early-stage entrepreneurs and organisations will benefit from a comprenhesive package of support including:
Grant Funding: Receive between £30,000 and £50,000 to drive your project forward - no match funding required.
Technical Support: Collaboration with AberInnovation for access to state-of-the-art facilities, equipment, and expert technicians. You’ll also benefit from consultancy with leading university academics and experts at UK innovation centres.
Resources & Equipment: Get the consumable supplies you need, from laboratory reagents to specialised software, and invest in small capital equipment that’s critical to your success.
Mentoring: Tap into a wealth of experience with tailored mentoring to guide your project from concept to execution.
A full overview of equipment and capabilities available for R&D projects can be identified in our brochure.
Ready to LEAP?
A briefing event for interested parties to learn more about the competition will be held virtually on Wednesday 11th September 2024 at 12pm.
Please download the application pack and read the guidance thoroughly to ensure your project is eligible.
Completed applications should be submitted to leap@aberinnovation.com
The deadline for applications is 5pm on 8th October 2024.
