Last checked: August 2025. Please confirm details on official websites as schemes may change.
If you are asking yourself “Where can I get a business grant in Louth?” or “Am I eligible for funding?”, you’re not alone. Every week small business owners in Dundalk, Drogheda, Ardee, Carlingford, Greenore, and across the county search for ways to reduce start-up costs, expand their companies, and bring in new staff. The good news is that County Louth has one of the strongest sets of business supports in Ireland, available through the Local Enterprise Office (LEO) and national agencies.
Grants are designed to help businesses at different stages of growth. Some cover start-up costs like equipment or marketing, others support expansion and job creation, while specialised schemes focus on energy savings, research, or exporting. Unlike loans, a grant usually doesn’t need to be paid back, making it a powerful way to invest in your business without adding financial pressure.
The amount depends on the grant. Some, like the Trading Online Voucher, offer up to €2,500 in co-funding for e-commerce. Others, such as Priming or Expansion Grants, can support much larger investments in staff and equipment. Feasibility grants often cover a percentage of research costs, while national supports like SEAI energy grants or Enterprise Ireland funding can scale into tens of thousands depending on eligibility.
The process is straightforward if you prepare well. Most applications ask for a business plan, cashflow forecast, and quotes for the work you want to fund. The Local Enterprise Office in Dundalk is very supportive and often provides one-to-one advisory sessions. While grants are competitive, many small businesses across County Louth secure funding every year. Success comes down to showing how the money will create jobs, improve efficiency, or support growth.
Timelines vary. Smaller schemes like the Trading Online Voucher can move quickly once you attend the workshop and submit documents. Larger grants, like Expansion Grants or Enterprise Ireland supports, may take longer as they require detailed plans and approvals. A realistic expectation is a few weeks to a few months depending on the grant type.
Below, you’ll find a full list of business grants available in County Louth for 2025–2026, including start-up supports, expansion grants, vouchers, and national programmes.