Are you looking for ways to boost your community or business?

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Do you need funding to support your innovative ideas and projects? Then, you should join Grant Guru!

Grant Guru is a program that helps communities and businesses get the funding they need to make their dreams a reality. Whether you are a small business owner, a non-profit organisation, or a community group, Grant Guru can help you find the right grants and funding opportunities for your needs.

By registering for Grant Guru, you will gain access to a wealth of resources and tools, including:

  • A comprehensive database of grants and funding opportunities, updated daily
  • Personalised grant recommendations based on your needs and goals
  • Expert advice on grant applications and proposals
  • Access to webinars and workshops on grant writing and funding strategies
  • But that's not all! By joining Grant Guru, you will also be part of a vibrant community of like-minded individuals and organisations who are passionate about making a positive impact on their communities.

We invite you to join us and take advantage of this unique opportunity to build your community or business. It's easy to register for Grant Guru – simply visit our website and sign up today, https://lismore.grantguru.com.au/.

Together, we can create a better future for ourselves and our communities. Join Grant Guru and let's make it happen!

Lismore City Council staff are also available to discuss projects and provide letters of support for grant applications where applicable. To arrange a time, email: business@lismore.nsw.gov.au or phone (02) 6625 0500.

Grant highlights include:

Australian Business Growth Fund

This program aims to provide specialised funding for small to medium-sized Australian businesses looking to expand, grow and scale. It seeks to provide Australian SMEs a unique alternative to bank lending and private equity funding, and the growth capital they  need to realise their ambition, without relinquishing control of what they have built.

This program is currently open, on an ongoing basis.  For more information visit:  https://abgf.com.au/

Australian Small Business Advisory Services (ASBAS) Digital Solutions Program – For Businesses

This program aims to offer up to four hours of one-on-one tailored support as well as unlimited attendance at group workshops or webinars. It works with small businesses to make the most of digital tools and offers broader advice specific to the business needs.

For more information about the program visit: https://business.gov.au/expertise-and-advice/digital-solutions-australian-small-business-advisory-services

NewAccess for Small Business Owners Program

This mental health coaching program aims to provide small business owners with up to six structured sessions via telehealth with a trained mental health coach. It is a joint initiative by Beyond Blue and the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise as a response to rising calls for a dedicated mental health support service for small business owners. 

No GP referral or mental health treatment plan is required.

For more information visit: https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/NewAccess-for-Small-Business-Owners

Flood Property Assessment Program

This program aims to support residential or commercial property that was impacted by the February and March 2022 and/or June and July 2022 floods.

This is an opt-in program that will provide free, detailed assessment report, including a comprehensive scope of repair works and an estimate of repair costs. After receiving the report, the applicants are in control of what happens next.

If the assessment finds the property to be unsafe or beyond economical repair, applicants can choose to have demolition and removal of waste services undertaken at no cost.

Participation in the program will not affect eligibility for any future buyback, raising or refit.

For more information visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/floods/financial-support/property-assessment-faqs.

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