WA Food Industry Education Collaboration Program

About this grant

This program builds stronger connections between WA food and beverage businesses and local tertiary institutions.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Businesses must:
• Be a registered business, operating for more than one year
• Be located in wa, or have an office located in wa
• Be operating within the food and/or beverage sector, as a producer, manufacturer or technology provider
• Have a minimum of 3 employees, with at least one able to provide guidance and mentorship to the student intern
• Hold relevant insurances, including wok cover and public liability.
• Funding to activate residential housing projects
• Tax deductions for employees to buy, rent and maintain their non-compulsory uniform
• Funding for exploratory drilling in wa

What the funding covers

• STEM expertise through a short-term student internship.

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/wa-food-industry-education-collaboration-program for application details

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