The small business grants program provides financial assistance to small businesses currently located or intending to locate in the City of Melbourne.
Key objectives
The key objectives of the Small Business Grants program is to:
- increase diversity in the city by supporting the establishment of new and creative small businesses
- assist existing innovative businesses that are introducing innovative services or products as part of their expansion phase
- encourage and support businesses to enter and expand into new overseas markets (that is, export)
- support member-based organisations within the city.
Key dates
|
Round |
Opens |
Closes |
Notification |
Comments |
|
Two |
18 Feb 2013 |
18 Mar 2013 |
July 2013 |
For events / activities completed by July 2014 |
Categories
There are four categories of grants:
▪ Start-up $30k
▪ Business expansion $30k
▪ Export entry $10k
▪ Business support services $10k
Information sessions and education workshops
The City of Melbourne is holding information sessions and workshops to assist you with your application. Find out more and register for a session.
Key objectives
The key objectives of the small business grants program is to:
▪ increase diversity in the city by supporting the establishment of new and creative small businesses
▪ assist existing businesses that are introducing innovative services or products as part of their expansion phase
▪ encourage and support businesses to enter and expand into new overseas markets (exporting)
▪ support member-based organisations within the city.
Am I eligible for a small business grant?
Before you apply for a grant, you should determine whether you are eligible. Read the general guidelines for grant eligibility first.
How to apply
Application forms will be available on 18 February 2013.- Visit the City of Melbourne website for more details
Round one 2011–12 small business grant recipients
View 2011 small business recipients approved for funding.
