Technical Assistance for Micro Exporters (TAME) Grant
The Technical Assistance for Micro Exporters (TAME) grant is offered by Local Enterprise Offices and it enables small businesses to explore and develop new market opportunities. The TAME grant part-funds the costs that can be incurred investigating and researching export markets, like exhibiting at trade fairs, preparing marketing material or developing websites to target markets overseas.
Who can apply?
To be eligible the business applying for the grant must meet these conditions:
- The enterprise must not employ more than 10 people.
- The enterprise must be based within the area of the Local Enterprise Office.
- The enterprise must be run on a commercial basis and show it has a market for its product or service.
- The enterprise must engage in manufacturing or internationally traded services
- The enterprise must not have received any funding for their proposal from any other source.
How much is the grant?
The grant covers 50% of eligible costs (net of vat) to a maximum of €2,500 in any calendar year.
What can the grant be used for?
- Participating at trade fairs and shows
- Participating at international trade networking events organised through the Enterprise Europe Network
- Developing marketing materials aimed at exploring new export markets
- Translating existing marketing material for new export markets
- Developing export-related websites
- Investigating new internal or external processes to develop export business, for example a new business model or carrying out non-regulatory technical requirements
How to apply?
To discuss a possible grant application, contact your Local Enterprise Office to request a meeting. Find their contact details here: https://www.localenterprise.ie/Find-Your-Local-Enterprise-Office/
Learn more about your Local Enterprise Office
The Local Enterprise Office is your local first stop shop for seeking information and support on starting or growing a business in Ireland. There is a Local Enterprise Office in each local authority area. With 31 dedicated teams across the local authorities in Ireland, Local Enterprise Offices offer you a wide range of experience, skills, and services. Full details on Local Enterprise Office supports are available at LocalEnterprise.ie.