YOUNG people in the Crediton area can now apply for personal grants from Devon County Council for up to £500 and business grants worth up to £2,000, helping them get into training and employment, or set up their own business. 

There are two funding opportunities:

Training and Employment Support Grant

Up to £500 for any young person (16 to 30) who is entering training, an apprenticeship or starting a job after being unemployed. 

The grant can be used for essential items to help access training or employment, for example, interview clothing and travel costs.

South West Enterprise Fund

Up to £2,000 for young people (18 to 30) with plans to start their own business within six months or have a business trading for less than two years. 

The grant is for costs directly related to the business, for example, purchasing equipment or machinery, printing marketing material or purchasing stock. 

Find out more and apply at: www.devon.gov.uk/fundingnews/fund/young-devon-south-west-enterprise-fund/ .