Inside UMi

UMi helps Melanoma-Me enhance virtual support services for cancer patients
Melanoma-Me, a leading Gateshead-based organisation dedicated to supporting individuals affected by malignant melanoma, has used a grant of £1,000 from UMi to continue its vital virtual support services. The funding has enabled Melanoma-Me to combat loneliness, enhance mental health, and foster a sense of community among cancer patients and their caregivers.

Doing more in 2024
As we look back on 2023, celebrating our achievements, we've taken a moment to pause and express gratitude for the past year, reminiscing about the extraordinary rollercoaster of emotions and activities that defined the last 12 months.

UMi helps East London SMEs to secure millions of pounds worth of business
Millions of pounds worth of new business is set to be secured by small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) following a local event, organised by UMi.

New £3.5m grant fund for businesses looking to grow with capital investment
Are you a business in the North of Tyne area, Gateshead, or Sunderland with ambitions to grow? A brand-new funding scheme, the Business Growth Fund, is here to support you on your journey to success.

Youth project transforms LGBTQ+ lives with help from UMi
Derwentside Detached Youth Project, a charitable organisation based in Consett and Derwentside, has received a grant of over £4,600 from UMi to empower the LGBTQ+ community.

UMi crowns Young Achiever of the Year
UMi honors Alfie Owen as the Young Achiever of the Year at the 2023 Awards for his outstanding commitment to supply chain education.

Showcasing excellence at the National Enterprise Network Annual Conference and Awards
November 24th was NEN’s Annual Conference and Awards, celebrating excellence in enterprise support. UMi was in attendance to share our insights and experience with participating companies.

Apprentice winner to inspire businesses at new Summit organised by UMi
The Summit, organised by UMi, is set to welcome over 400 delegates and also hosts a dedicated Meet the Buyers event, where local suppliers will meet with major buyers looking to place lucrative contracts with businesses in the region.