Funding for projects that build local business capability, drive sector-wide innovation, and connect businesses with networking opportunities.
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Applications close 4pm, Tuesday 1 September
The innovation and business capacity building grant supports projects that grow the skills, capability and capacity of local businesses, promote sector-wide innovation and connect businesses to networking opportunities.
Applications open Tuesday 21 July
Applications close 4pm, Tuesday 1 September
Applicants notified of the outcome of their application in November
Projects can start from 1 January 2027
Cash funding of up to $50,000 is available for each project up to one year. Multi-year funding (up to 3 years) is also available.
This support might fund upskilling programs, pilot projects, proposals that test new approaches, advocacy and research.
The City of Sydney encourages proposals that bring economic benefits such as improving local areas, supporting important skills development and creating partnerships to attract long-term local investment.
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