Applications are now open for the 2021 Brimbank Business Grants program.
A total of $200,000 is available through the program set up to support local start-ups and small businesses to adapt to the impacts of COVID-19 and strengthen their businesses.
Applications close at 4pm on 15 September 2021.
Start-ups are encouraged to apply early as these applications are funded in the order they’re received, until the funding allocation runs out.
Two streams of business grants funding are available:
- Start-up Microgrants (up to $2,000, with up to $30,000 available)
This funding stream is for new businesses up to 12 months old that operate within Brimbank, to help with common start-up costs including fees, registrations and equipment.
Eligible projects will be funded in the order they are received, until the $30,000 allocation is exhausted.
- Small Business Grants (up to $10,000 with up to $170,000 available)
This funding stream is for small businesses that are at least 12 months old, that operate within Brimbank, to support adaption to COVID-related challenges and business growth to expand the local economy.
Eligible projects will be awarded on a competitive basis, after applications close, from the $170,000 remaining allocation.
Who can apply?
Businesses can apply if they have:
- an annual turnover of less than $10 million
- an active Australian Business Number (ABN)
- a physical location within the City of Brimbank (including home-based businesses)
- a minimum of $10 million public liability insurance (Small Business Grants only)
More information on the grants eligibility criteria and how to apply is available on Council’s website https://www.brimbank.vic.gov.au/COVIDbusinesssupport
