Rural Support Grant SA

About this grant

This program supports SA primary producers and rural small businesses experiencing significant financial hardship.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Sa primary producers and rural small business owners experiencing significant financial hardship.
• Financial assistance is available to eligible sa primary producers and rural small business owners experiencing significant financial hardship.
• In conjunction with financial counselling through rural business support (rbs), the grant helps cover essential costs such as utilities, council rates, groceries, medical bills, or other items identified by the financial counsellor and the individual as part of their recovery planning.
• Priority is given to those impacted by drought, market disruptions (such as in the wine grape industry), biosecurity incursions, and family-run rural small businesses concerned about their financial future.
• Concession for young farmers when buying land
• Tax deductions for small businesses to digitise their operations
• Free productivity assessment for employers of people with a disability

What the funding covers

• Funding of up to $1.5K.

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/rural-support-grant-sa for application details

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