Business Basics Grant – Round 6

Point Above wants to help you unlock your business potential with the Queensland Government’s Business Basics Grant – Round 6.

Offering $7,500 to small businesses in South East Queensland to enhance their operations through professional advice, strategic marketing, or website upgrades.

To be eligible, your business must have fewer than 5 employees, be based in Queensland with an active ABN, have been operating for at least 1 year, and have a turnover of less than $300,000 for the last financial year.

Applications opened on 30 September 2024 and close on 11 October 2024, so don’t miss out on this competitive opportunity to boost your business growth – apply now!

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The Queensland Government, Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT is currently accepting applications for the Business Basic Grants Program - Round 6.

South East Queensland's $7,500 Business Basic Grants Program | Round 6

Eligible business size: Small Business
Status:  Open
Opening Date:  9am, Monday 30 September 2024
Closing Date: 5pm, 11 October 2024

Administered by the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT), Round 6 of the Program is focused on business enhancement and provides support to small businesses to increase core skills and adopt best practice.
Applicants can apply for funding for grant funded activities under the following priorities:

  • Professional business advice
  • Strategic marketing services
  • Website build / upgrades

South East Queensland businesses may be eligible to apply for a single grant payment of $7,500 (excluding GST).  The Business Basic Grants Program (Round 6) is currently open.  The grant program is competitively assessed, not all applications are funded. 

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Not all business activities are eligible for the grant programs. Please check carefully to see the eligible and non-eligible activities. 

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1. Professional business advice
  • Business plans
  • Financial planning and budgeting
  • Business structure advice
  • Operational efficiency reviews
  • Business mentoring and guidance
  • Strategic partnerships and networking

    Examples:
    Comprehensive business plan to expand your services outlining the core elements ensuring a structured approach to growth and sustainability.

    Development of risk management strategies, including contingency plans for operational, financial, and market risks.

    Support in securing business loans or investor funding, including preparation of financial documents.
2. Strategic marketing services
  • Strategic marketing plans including search engine optimisation advice
  • Content marketing strategy
  • Market research
  • Branding strategy
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Implementation

    Examples:
    Strategy to revamp your business’ promotional content through using copywriting services for websites, email campaigns, and promotional materials.

    Setup of a CRM system to improve customer retention and streamline sales processes.

    Industry reports detailing industry analysis and forecasts you need to make strategic decisions.
3. Website build/upgrades
  • Website build or upgrade (including website refresh)
  • Adding eCommerce functionality 
  • Developing new website content
  • Integration with third-party tools

    Examples:
    Integrating your website with third-party tools such as customer relationship management (CRM) systems, email marketing platforms, or booking software.

    Migrating your existing content to a new platform or content management system (CMS) like WordPress, Shopify, or Squarespace
DESBT program won’t cover:
  • activities brought via direct selling (e.g. by party plan or network marketing)
  • delivery, credit card and transaction fees
  • equipment of any kind including computer hardware/gadgets (e.g. computer servers, PCs, tablets/iPads, mobile phones, headphones) and other equipment (e.g. televisions, point of sales systems, EFTPOS, card/chip readers)
  • franchise fees
  • general business operating costs (e.g., bookkeeping/accounting, tax returns)
  • goods, services, or fees from related parties* (see related party definition below)
  • goods and services paid using cryptocurrencies, cash, barter, or services in-kind
  • GST, registration and fees
  • implementation of marketing tactics such as advertising, direct marketing or campaign delivery (e.g. Google AdWords, Facebook advertising or similar expenses)
  • memberships and joining fees
  • purchase of stock
  • real estate/property, hire, lease, or rental fees
  • salaries and wages
  • software and licenses*
  • travel and accommodation
  • website hosting
  • website maintenance generally considered as business as usual
  • utilities (e.g. internet, phone, water and/or waste bills)
  • vehicles of any kind

* Related parties include companies with common shareholdings or directors, employees or immediate family.
*not mentioned in the priority areas

To be eligible for this grant, your business must:
  • have less than 5 employees (by head count)
  • be operating and have an active Australian Business Number (ABN)^
  • have a registered Queensland headquarters location^ (as per your Australian Business Register (ABR) record)
  • a minimum trading history of 1 year
  • a maximum turnover of $300,000 for the last financial year (2023/24);
  • not have been approved for funding under an earlier Business Basics round; and
  • not be insolvent or have owners/directors that are an undischarged or currently bankrupt^ .

Please note there is no requirement to be registered for GST in this round.

* Headcount includes all full time, part-time and casual employees including Non-Executive Directors
^ Your business must maintain this eligibility for the duration of the grant funded project.

If you meet the criteria outlined (from the Queensland Government) then please continue reading to see more details on the approved activities

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Applications opened at 9am, 30 September 2024. 

Applications will close 5pm, 11 October 2024.

The application process is competitively assessed, so not all applications are funded.

That’s where we come in though! Apply below and we’ll get you a “grant-friendly” proposal back in no time!

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We have lots of knowledge and experience with grant applications, so we understand what is needed for the application and will tailor your needs to meet the requirements as best we can.

Once we have reviewed your request, we will provide free advice on where to allocate your funding to get the most bang for buck. 

We will then quickly email you your “grant-friendly” proposal so you’re ready to apply!

These grants are VERY competitive and not all applicants are guaranteed funding.

Stage 1:
Registration of Interest [ROI] will open at 9am on Monday 30 September 2024, and close at 5pm on Friday 11 October 2024. You must submit your ROI to be considered for Stage 2.

Following closure of the round, we then run a competitive assessment process.

Stage 2: Full Application will be by invitation only, and only selected businesses from Stage 1 will be asked to proceed.

DESBT will advise all applicants of the outcome of their application at the end of
each stage.

Successful Stage 2 applicants will receive a Funding Agreement Letter outlining the
funding agreement.

Successful grant applicants will receive an invitation to enter into a Funding Agreement with DESBT.

To accept this funding agreement, the Applicant must complete an Agreement Acceptance form in SmartyGrants.

Request a grant friendly quote

The quickest way to get a grant friendly proposal is to fill in the simple form.  Once we have reviewed your request, we will provide free advice on where to allocate your funding to get the best results for your business.

We will then email you your “grant-friendly” proposal so you’re ready to apply!

Don’t delay, applications close on 11 October 2024 at 5pm!

If you answer the questions correctly and meet the eligibility criteria, you will be able to submit the form.