The businesses behind the mission
Funded Businesses
TFDI 500 is being built to create real opportunities for real businesses. Could yours be one of them?
Behind every funded place will be a person with an idea, a skill, an ambition or an existing business they’re ready to move forward.
Some will be launching for the first time. Some will already be trading. Others may be rebuilding, changing direction or finally giving an idea the proper foundation it deserves.
This page will eventually become home to those businesses.
As TFDI 500 places are awarded and businesses begin their journey, we’ll use this space to celebrate what they’re building, share their progress and show supporters the real-world impact their investment helped create.
Funding hasn’t started yet — registrations have.
If a funded TFDI package could help you launch, strengthen or develop your business, you can register your interest now.
Register For A Funded PlaceRegistration is open to a wide range of business stages and circumstances. You do not need to meet a narrow definition of startup, prove financial hardship or be applying for a cash grant.
A funded place means the cost of your TFDI package is covered on your behalf — giving you access to practical business infrastructure, learning, tools and support.
Opportunity shouldn’t have unnecessary barriers
Who Can Register?
TFDI 500 isn’t looking for the “perfect” business. We’re looking for people with the willingness to build something sustainable.
New Business Ideas
You’ve got an idea, the motivation to make it happen and you’re ready to take the first step.
Existing Businesses
You’re already trading but could benefit from stronger foundations, a better website or practical business support.
Freelancers & Sole Traders
Whether you’re just starting or already established, TFDI is designed to support businesses of every size.
Career Changes
If you’re leaving employment, changing direction or starting again, we’re interested in helping you move forward.
Community Businesses
Social enterprises, community projects and organisations creating positive local impact are welcome to register.
People Ready To Learn
You don’t need to know everything already. Curiosity, commitment and a willingness to learn matter far more.
Don’t rule yourself out.
If you’re asking yourself whether you’re “the sort of person” TFDI 500 is looking for,
we’d encourage you to register your interest.
Every application will be considered on its own merits, and we’re far more interested
in your ambition, commitment and potential than whether you fit a particular mould.
What happens next?
Your Journey With TFDI 500
Registering your interest is only the beginning. Our aim is to help every successful applicant build strong foundations that continue long after their funded place begins.
Register
Complete a simple registration so we can learn about you, your business and your ambitions.
Review
Every registration is reviewed individually, considering your goals, potential and how a funded place could help.
Award
Successful applicants will be contacted and invited to begin their TFDI journey.
Build
Together we’ll create your website, provide your business resources and welcome you into The Guild.
Grow
Continue developing through the Core Pillars, The Armoury and the ongoing support of the TFDI community.
This isn’t the finish line.
A funded place isn’t simply about receiving a website or joining a community.
It’s about building the confidence, knowledge and foundations needed to create a business that can continue growing for years to come.
Because our goal isn’t just to launch businesses—it’s to help build sustainable futures.
Ready to create opportunity?
Choose How You’d Like To Get Involved
Every contribution helps create stronger businesses, stronger communities and brighter futures. However you’d like to help, we’d love to have you alongside us.
❤️ Invest In A Future
Help fund complete business support packages and give someone the opportunity to build a sustainable future through TFDI 500.
Invest In A Future🚀 Register Your Interest
Think a funded TFDI place could help move your business forward? Register today and we’ll contact you as funded opportunities become available.
Register Your Interest🤝 Become A Founding Partner
Join the organisations and individuals helping build the foundations of TFDI from the very beginning.
Become A Partner