Incubator Event Fund NSW

About this grant

The Incubator Event Fund provides organisers of events in regional NSW with seed funding to support their first and second years of activity.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Event organisers holding an event in regional nsw.
• The event organiser must:
• Be a sole trader, company, partnership, unincorporated and incorporated associations, or company trust entity
• Have an australian business number (abn)
• Be running an event located in one of the 7 regional
• The event must be in its first or second year of activity.

What the funding covers

• Funding of up to $20K.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/incubator-event-fund-nsw for application details

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