Economic development grants

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Our Economic development grants program supports community organisations in developing initiatives that align with our economic strategy.

Eligible initiatives must deliver benefits to multiple local businesses. This may include events and resources that could assist chambers and industry bodies to support collective groups of local businesses to:

  • increase their revenue
  • improve their operational efficiency
  • enhance their skills or knowledge
  • expand their market reach
  • strengthen their customer relationships
  • attract inward investment
  • advance their local industry or the reputation of their area as a place to do business.

The grant provides up to $10,000 in funding to successful applicants.

Before applying for the grant

Read the following documents to assist with your application:

You must also discuss your proposal with the Economic Development team. This will allow you to get initial feedback on whether your proposal is eligible and aligns with Our City’s Economic Strategy.

To arrange a time to discuss your proposal, email economic@moretonbay.qld.gov.au.

If you need further help, refer to the Grants application help and resources. 

When to apply for the grant

Economic Development Grant applications open annually on 1 September.

Opening date Closing date   Notification of outcome Project start date 
1 September 31 October Approximately 4 weeks after the closing date 1 December
  • You must submit your application before the activity starts. 
  • Projects must start on or after the project start date and must be completed within 13 months of this date.

Successful applicants from previous grant rounds

Find more funding opportunities

Learn more about grants and funding opportunities and register with City of Moreton Bay Funding Finder.

Frequently asked questions

What types of projects are eligible for funding under our Economic Development Grants Program?

Projects that align with Our City’s Economic Strategy (2020-2041) are eligible. You may also benefit from reviewing Our City’s Economic Strategy 2025 - 2028 Action Plan along with individual industry strategy plans:

To check whether your proposal is eligible and aligns with Our City’s Economic Strategy, discuss your proposal with the Economic Development team. Contact a Local Business Support Officer to arrange a meeting to discuss the proposed project, email economic@moretonbay.qld.gov.au.

How to develop your application for a project?

Applicants must provide evidence on how their project meets the objectives of the Economic Development Grants Program and will need to:

  • develop the project scope
  • develop detailed responses to the application criteria
  • source the suppliers service outline and quotes

Applicants must include relevant information in the application form that will outline the:

  • project scope, delivery schedule and milestones
  • alignment with Our City’s Economic Strategy
  • assessment and evidence of need for the project
  • partnerships, diversity and inclusion
  • expected benefits from the project and how it will be measured
  • marketing schedule, project income and project costings

To help with your grant application, review the resources.

Selecting suppliers for projects?

Applicants are free to source and choose their own suppliers to deliver projects. Supplier due diligence remains the responsibility of the applicant. Assessment weighting will be given on value for money. Suppliers that have an actual, potential or perceived conflict of interest, we advise obtaining a comparable quote for your application.

What support or resources are available to help me with my Economic Developments Grants application?

The application process requires all applicants to discuss their proposed project with an Economic Development officer. To arrange a time to discuss your project proposal, email economic@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. Officers can provide guidance on how well the project aligns with the funding guidelines. Applicants can also draw upon a range of digital resources and recommend completing a free online grant writing course .

Can an applicant apply for more than one grant?

Yes, you can submit more than one application: 

  • Each application can request up to $10,000.
  • This grant can provide up to $10,000 per eligible project per financial year.
  • You can submit only one application per project. Different applicants cannot apply for the same project to try to get multiple grants. 
  • Each project must be submitted on a separate application form.
  • Only eligible applications will progress to assessment.
  • Every application must meet requirements per the grant guidelines(PDF, 259KB) and terms and conditions(PDF, 219KB).

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