Grant program update: Enabling Business Grant Program

For those considering applying for the Enabling Business Grant Program later this year, the guidelines have been updated with two major updates. 

•    The program is now opening a week earlier on 22 October 2024.

•    GST does not apply to grants distributed under this program, but grants may be treated as assessable income depending on individual circumstances. Applicants should seek independent advice on the tax implications of any grants received.

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The Enabling Business Grant Program helps Tasmanian businesses to grow, adapt and innovate by providing grants of between $2,500 and $10,000 for capital purchases that align to the enabling business and technology themes of the Small Business Growth Strategy 2026.

The guidelines have been made available in advance of the program opening to provide applicants plenty of time to review them, consider their eligibility and identify the eligible capital purchases to include in an application. View the updated guidelines on the Enabling Business Grant Program page.