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Grant funding support for businesses ready to invest, grow or develop

The IT Factor helps businesses identify suitable grant funding opportunities and prepare stronger applications for projects that support growth, investment, innovation and development.

Whether you are buying equipment, improving premises, developing a new product, investing in sustainability or planning your next stage of growth, we help you understand what funding may be available and whether your project is a good fit.

We make it happen

What do we do?

Qualified. Experienced. Funding-focused.

At The IT Factor, grant funding is at the heart of what we do.

We help businesses:

  • Identify suitable grant opportunities

  • Understand eligibility and match funding requirements

  • Shape the project so it fits the funder’s priorities

  • Prepare clear, evidence-based applications

  • Manage the application process from review to submission

  • Connect with trusted specialists where additional input may strengthen the project

Our support is practical and focused. We are not a coaching or mentoring business. We work with businesses that have a project, an ambition or an investment need — and want to know whether grant funding can help make it happen.

Founded by Lucinda Matkin, a Chartered Accountant and funding specialist with over 25 years’ experience, The IT Factor combines financial understanding, commercial insight and hands-on grant funding experience.

Funding first. Practical support that adds value.

Grant funding is rarely just about filling in a form. A strong application needs a clear project, a credible business case, eligible costs, matched funding, evidence and timing.

That is where The IT Factor helps.

We do not list every grant scheme online because funding changes frequently and eligibility depends on your business, location, sector and project. Instead, we help you assess what may be available and whether an application is worth pursuing.

Real Stories Real Results.

  • The fabulous pods at 3 Trees Glamping in Wirksworth, Derbyshire. Supported by The IT Factor for grant funding.

    3Trees Glamping, Wirksworth - Grant funding secured for solar panels, a new pod, and a office setup.

    When this eco-conscious glamping business was looking to expand and become more sustainable, The IT Factor helped them access funding to support their vision. The result? A stronger offering, reduced environmental impact, and the infrastructure needed to grow.

    “Lucinda guided us through the grant process with clarity and professionalism. The funding has made a real difference to our business.” - Sarah Wood, Director

  • Innovative boats being manufactured at Hartley Boats, in Derby. Supported by The IT Factor for grant funding.

    Hartley Boats, Derby - Over £50k in grant funding secured for CNC tooling and solar panels.

    We supported this innovative manufacturer in securing multiple grants for CNC tooling and solar panels—investing in product development and sustainability.

    “The IT Factor helped us unlock funding that’s already pushing our business forward.” - Richard Hartley, Director

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    Orderly Limited (formerly Easywebstore), Derby - £80k initial funding and ongoing support.

    A 10+ year partnership that began with Lucinda securing funding for new offices and job creation. Our continuing collaboration identifies funding opportunities for AI and digital innovation.

    "Lucinda and now the IT Factor has been instrumental in our growth journey—from startup to multi-million pound international business. Lucinda's strategic funding advice has supported our vision every step of the way." – David Hall,

  • Matlock Glass Co. Ltd supported by the IT Factor for website design.

    Matlock Glass Limited, Matlock - Digital presence established.

    Lucinda developed a professional website at www.matlockglass.com, creating an online presence that expanded the company's market reach.

    "Lucinda understood exactly what we needed in a website—something that reflected our craftsmanship while being easy for customers to navigate." – Chris and Josh, Directors

  • A construction site with an excavator and a small bulldozer working on a building foundation, with scattered construction materials and a cloudy sky in the background.

    RJA Consulting Limited, High Peak - £10k grant secured for equipment.

    Lucinda helped this grounds work company obtain funding for a micro digger to tackle hard-to-reach jobs, expanding their service capabilities while safeguarding existing positions.

    "The grant allowed us to take on projects we previously had to turn down. Our client base has grown significantly as a result." - Robert, Director

  • A great café in the centre of Bakewell for a coffee, and a slice of cake or a full English breakfast. The Gallery Cafe, supported by The IT Factor for grant funding.

    Gallery Café, Bakewell - Over £6k grant secured to upgrade to commercial kitchen equipment.

    This busy local café received support to upgrade to commercial kitchen equipment—improving speed, food quality, and customer capacity, while also lowering energy usage.

    “Lucinda didn’t just help me with the grant—she helped me future-proof my business.” – Faye Warburton, Director

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