business grants

Eligibility Criteria

Applications are open to businesses (existing or start-up) who complete the online application before the application closing date. Applicants who are a Summerland customer are preferred.  Applications should reference how they reflect our Values. 

Funding Amount

The amount of funding available per application under the Business Grants program is up to $5,000 (+ GST if applicable).

We will not support applications:

• where another financial institution is already supporting the business with funding
• which highlights/promotes irresponsible alcohol consumption, illicit drug taking, gambling or smoking
• which are from outside Australia
• which are of a religious or political nature or linked to a contentious social issue or if there may be a risk to public health or safety.

Application

The Business Grant application form can be downloaded below during the application period. Submissions must be received by email to info@summerland.com.au within the application period, for payments to be made within the funding period noted in the 'Application Schedule' tab. Supporting attachments can also be included with the application. We will acknowledge the receipt of submissions by email. Submissions received outside the application period are unlikely to be considered.

Evaluation

After the application period closes, applications that meet the eligibility criteria will be evaluated.

Notification

We aim to notify applicants with regards to the success of their Business Grant application within the period noted in the 'Application Schedule' tab. 

General

Grant funding is paid directly to the supplier(s) of the grant applicant based on valid tax invoices.

Summerland may change elements or conditions of the Business Grants Program at any time.

The timing for the current round of funding follows:

Timing for the following round of funding: