Grow Digital Voucher – Get Up to €5,000 for Your Business
Boost efficiency, reach new customers, and stay competitive with digital funding.
What is the Grow Digital Voucher?
The Grow Digital Voucher is designed to help small and medium-sized businesses in Sligo adopt digital tools that save time, reduce costs, and boost efficiency. If you’re looking to invest in new software or improve your business’s digital capabilities, this initiative up to €5,000 could provide financial support to get you started.
hOW DOES IT WORK?
LEO Sligo offers two digital support initiatives:
1. Digital for business
(free consultancy service)
Before applying for the Grow Digital Voucher, businesses must first complete a ‘Digital for Business’ assignment. Under this initiative:
- A Digital Consultant will review your current digital tools and workflows.
- They will create a Digital Strategy tailored to your business needs.
- The goal is to identify digital solutions that reduce repetitive tasks and improve efficiency.
- This service is completely free and takes place onsite at your convenience.
2. Grow Digital Voucher
(Financial Support)
Once you’ve completed the Digital for Business process, you can apply for the Grow Digital Voucher to help fund digital upgrades. This voucher covers:
- Up to 50% (ex-VAT) of the first year’s subscription costs for software recommended in your Digital Strategy.
- Support for implementing automation, digital marketing tools, e-commerce platforms, and more.
Success Story: Jako Sports
Many local businesses have already benefited from this initiative. Watch how Jako Sports transformed their business, saving thousands of hours and increasing their bottom line:
how to Apply
1
Apply for ‘Digital for Business’ – Fill out the form on the Submit Platform and click ‘Get Started’.
2
Complete your Digital Strategy – Work with a Digital Consultant to assess your needs.
3
Apply for the Grow Digital Voucher – Once your strategy is ready, you can apply for funding to implement digital tools.
FAQs
What are digital tools?
Digital tools are software, applications, and online platforms that help businesses improve their operations, reach customers, and enhance productivity. These tools can include:
- Websites – Your online presence for attracting and engaging customers.
- SEO Tools – Improve your website’s visibility on search engines.
- E-commerce Platforms – Sell products or services online.
- Social Media Management Tools – Help schedule posts and manage online engagement.
- Cloud-Based Solutions – Store data securely and access it from anywhere.
Do I need to pay for the Digital for Business consultancy?
No, the consultancy service is completely free. LEO Sligo covers the cost of working with a Digital Consultant.
How much funding can I receive under the Grow Digital Voucher?
You must be a business in Sligo with 1-50 employees and have completed the ‘Digital for Business’ process.
Does the GDV cover domain names and hosting?
The grant may cover hosting and domain registration as part of a broader digitalisation project. If your project includes a new website or a significant website upgrade, these costs could be eligible.
Can this funding be used for website development, hosting, or SEO?
Yes! If a Digital Consultant recommends a new website, hosting plan, SEO service, or other digital upgrades in your strategy, the voucher can help cover those costs.
How long does the process take?
The Digital for Business consultancy can be scheduled at your convenience. After completing your strategy, the Grow Digital Voucher application is processed through LEO Sligo.
