Applications open on
January 29, 2025

Please make sure you are eligible to enter by reviewing the full eligibility criteria and the terms and conditions and then, if you are eligible, continue below.

 I or all members of my group are over 18.
 My idea or enterprise is within or in support of the creative industries.
 I aim to create or already am creating positive social impact through my enterprise.
 I own a material share in the business with responsibility for its direction and leadership.
 I am legally resident in the UK until at least June 29, 2026.
 If applying as a group, we will all be legally resident in the UK until at least June 29, 2026.

Learn more about next steps.

Before you begin

  • Check you are eligible.
  • Check the deadlines and plan how much time you will need to complete the application. Don’t leave submitting to the last minute!
  • Make use of our Resources, covering everything from financial forecasting to common business terms and how to deliver an effective pitch.
  • Book a spot at a virtual or face-to-face support session to receive additional support and advice.
  • Familiarise yourself with the online application, including helpful tips and hints on the application form itself.
  • Look at the Terms and Conditions to see what we will expect from you if you are successful.
  • Consider what the judging panel will be looking for and try to see if your answers demonstrate what they would like to support.
  • Use plain English and explain things as clearly as you can.
  • Keep your answers to a maximum of 300 words.
  • Try to avoid repetition. Don’t worry if you don’t reach the word or page limit—being succinct and to the point is often best.
  • As applicants may be at different stages, answer as much as you can based on what’s relevant to your creative enterprise.
  • Before you submit your online application, check that you have you uploaded the video pitch.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. If you require additional support to be able to participate in the award, please contact us by email at dbace@mewe360.com.
Good luck!

What does the application entail?

The form is arranged in seven sections to make it easier for you to navigate, and gives us the important information needed to better understand you and your enterprise. The sections are as follows:

1. Personal Information – Getting to know you.
2. Enterprise Information – Getting to know your enterprise.
3. The Idea – Understanding what you want to create.
4. Your Story – Understanding what makes you unique.
5. The Financials – Getting to know the numbers.
6. Video Pitch – Hearing from you.
7. Final Information – Capturing some data that we need.