City of Sydney Grants | Projects that support business sector development and local economies – Opens 7 February 2023
Summary Points:
$50,000 Cash Grants offered for projects that support business sector development and local economies
Project revised to specifically target:
- Not-for-profits
- Local business chambers
- Industry, sector and precinct-based associations
- Member organisations
Apply for funding from $10,000 to $50,000 per year up to 3 years, as well as value-in-kind support towards street banners and venue hire, and up to $5,000 towards capital expenditure or equipment purchase. The applications are open twice a year with the Summer round 7 February to 7 March and the Winter round 25 July to August
Next grant round opens 7 February 2023
NB: A free information session on the new grants program will be held from 5:00pm to 7:30pm on Wednesday 1 February 2023 in the Barnet Long Room at Customs House
Criteria:
Applicants must operate within the local The City of Sydney council area or must demonstrate significant benefits for the area
Business sector looking for support for projects that meet the following criteria can apply:
- support local business to adapt to new technologies, explore alternative business models and increase accessibility
- upskill local businesses and entrepreneurs to meet the needs of a more innovative economy
- build the skills and capacity of our diverse communities to increase economic participation
- advocate on key industry and sector issues on behalf of local businesses
- deliver collaborative marketing to activate local precincts and promote unique experiences across the city
More information can be found on the City of Sydney website by clicking here.