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Get up to £10,000 to boost your digital marketing and productivity
Are you a business owner based in Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham or Sheffield? You could be eligible for a grant of up to £10,000 to fund digital improvements — from marketing campaigns and automation, to eCommerce, CRM systems, and beyond.
This opportunity is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and is designed to help South Yorkshire SMEs grow, improve productivity, and future-proof their operations.
At Fenti Marketing, we craft measurable, results-driven digital strategies — and we’re here to help you take full advantage of this funding.
Don't delay! All funding must be committed to new applicants by October 2025.
What’s the Grant for?
The Productivity and Digitisation Grant Scheme, run by Sheffield City Council and regional partners, supports small to medium-sized businesses that want to improve how they operate and grow.
There are two main types of grants available:
• Digital Innovation Grant: Between £2,500 and £5,000
• Productivity Grant: Between £2,500 and £10,000
These grants cover 50% of your project costs, making it the perfect time to invest in tools, tech, or expertise that can push your business to the next level.
Is my business eligible for the grant?
Be a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME)
Be based in Sheffield, Barnsley, Doncaster, or Rotherham
Have been trading for at least 12 months (for grants over £5,000)
Operate from a commercial premises or outfit
Be able to fund the full project upfront (as the grant is paid after project completion)
Complete the project by November 2025 (Funding deadline October 2025)
Based in Barnsley, Doncaster or Rotherham?
If you're based in Barnsley, contact Enterprising Barnsley on 01226 773003 or email investment@barnsley.gov.uk.
If you're based in Doncaster, contact Business Doncaster on 01302 735555 or email sharon.finch@doncaster.gov.uk.
If you're based in Rotherham, contact Rotherham Investment and Development Office on 01709 331133 or email info@rido.org.uk.
UKSPF Productivity & Digitisation Grant
Get support for your business!
Accelerate Your Business Growth
With over 230 Sheffield businesses already benefitting from similar grants, the time to act is now. The scheme operates on a first-come, first-served basis, emphasising the need for prompt action.
How to apply
If you’re a Sheffield SME and are interested in applying, the first step is to contact Sheffield Council’s friendly Advisor team. They’ll talk you through all this information, discuss your idea and support you with every step of the process. You can get in touch with them to discuss your project and whether you’re eligible.
