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Posted: Thu 11th Sep 2025
At Enterprise Nation, we're passionate about championing the small businesses that make our high streets – and our communities – truly remarkable.
That's why we're thrilled to announce the return of Realising the Remarkable, our grant programme with VistaPrint, now in its third year.
The initiative is all about backing small businesses with big ideas – and this year, we're awarding £30,000 in funding to help founders take their businesses to the next level.
The UK high street is showing strong signs of revival, with nearly half of Brits visiting weekly and young shoppers leading the way.
And encouragingly, the public wants to see even more independent businesses opening up shop.
But building a business – let alone a bricks-and-mortar one – is no small feat. That's why Realising the Remarkable exists: to offer not just funding, but a confidence boost to small business owners working hard to build something great in their communities.
Aaron Asadi, CEO of Enterprise Nation, says:
"The entrepreneurs behind independent commercial outlets and stores are the true heroes of our high streets. They provide the services we need and a sense of community that makes us all feel better and more positive.
"Realising the Remarkable is about recognising the relentless work these individuals do every day in challenging circumstances and that fact that the British public is getting behind that could be exactly what our local economies need."
Sabine Levellier, VP of marketing at VistaPrint, says:
"At VistaPrint, we see every day the impact small businesses have on the communities they serve. This research shows that demand for physical stores is growing again, which is a positive sign for the future of UK high streets.
"We know that first impressions matter and the role of storefront marketing has never been more important. Now in our third year of the Realising the Remarkable campaign with Enterprise Nation, we're proud to continue supporting more entrepreneurs, because when small businesses succeed, our high streets and local economies succeed too."
The 2024 winners are already showing us what's possible when passion meets purpose.
From Give Your Best in Cambridge to Freelance Mum in Bristol, these founders are bringing creativity, community and character to their local areas – and we're proud to support their journeys.
If you're a UK entrepreneur or small business owner with big plans – whether you're building a local presence, expanding your offering or just getting started – we want to hear from you.
You could receive a £5,000 grant, plus expert design and marketing support to help bring your vision to life. It's simple to apply, and the impact could be transformational.
Applications are now open!
Got a big idea for your small business? Apply now for a £5,000 grant through Realising the Remarkable – and bring your vision to life. Enter to win!
