Enterprise programme for young people - UK

About this funding

The King's Trust Enterprise programme offers loans of up to £30,000 to support young people aged 18–30 in establishing new businesses across the UK.

Funding is assessed individually based on business viability and personal affordability; no funding is guaranteed.

Applicants must be enrolled on The King's Trust Enterprise programme, possess the legal right to work in the UK, own or plan to own at least 50 per cent of the business, and have a concrete business idea ready to launch within 12 months. The scheme operates across all sectors, including hospitality, construction, IT and digital, manufacturing, retail, and professional services.

To apply, prospective entrepreneurs should first engage with The King's Trust Enterprise programme, which is a requirement for accessing funding. Applicants should confirm further application procedures directly with the Department for Business and Trade or through The King's Trust programme coordinators.

Who can apply

Applicants must be aged 18-30 years, enrolled on The King's Trust Enterprise programme, possess the legal right to work in the UK with intention to operate the business domestically, own or plan to own minimum 50% stake in the enterprise, and have a concrete business idea intended to launch within 12 months. Funding decisions depend on business viability assessment and personal affordability evaluation.

How to apply

Applicants should engage with The King's Trust Enterprise programme initially, as participation is a prerequisite. Further application procedures should be confirmed directly with the Department for Business and Trade or through The King's Trust programme coordinators

Common questions

What is Enterprise programme for young people - UK?

The King's Trust Enterprise programme provides loans up to £30,000 for UK-based entrepreneurs aged 18–30, subject to enrolment on the scheme, business viability assessment, and individual affordability evaluation.

How much funding is available?

Enterprise programme for young people - UK offers Up to £30,000 start-up funding (non-guaranteed, assessed individually).

Who can apply for Enterprise programme for young people - UK?

Applicants must be aged 18-30 years, enrolled on The King's Trust Enterprise programme, possess the legal right to work in the UK with intention to operate the business domestically, own or plan to own minimum 50% stake in the enterprise, and have a concrete business idea intended to launch within…

What is the deadline?

Enterprise programme for young people - UK accepts applications on a rolling basis — you can apply at any time.

Who provides Enterprise programme for young people - UK?

Enterprise programme for young people - UK is provided by Department for Business and Trade.

How do I apply for Enterprise programme for young people - UK?

Applicants should engage with The King's Trust Enterprise programme initially, as participation is a prerequisite. Further application procedures should be confirmed directly with the Department for Business and Trade or through The King's Trust programme coordinators.