The City of Belmont hosts a number of events during the year to inform, entertain and provide networking opportunities for local business.
 
You can keep up-to-date about these events through the Business e-Newsletter, Business Talk , Facebook Group and the Belmont Bulletin.
 

Belmont Business Innovation Grants (BBIG)

Your business could be eligible to apply for funding through a business grant.
 
The Belmont Business Innovation Grants program is designed to encourage new and innovative practices and products in small businesses in the City of Belmont:
 

• You could be eligible for a grant of up to $10,000 if your business is based in the City of Belmont and employs 20 or fewer full-time employees;
• If you run a home-based business and meet the eligibility criteria, you are also welcome to apply; 
• You can apply at any time of year.

You could apply for BBIG funding to support a stand-alone project or form part of a larger project.

Projects which could be supported

The City is keen to support these business areas:

• Business Growth - Development of new innovative ideas to expand business;
• Supporting Export Growth - Research and development of export-focused initiatives;
• Urban Renewal - Innovative approaches to design, materials or even the upgrade of premises;

• Start Up - Support for launching an innovative business idea in the City.

Other projects could also be considered, so please consider applying for this funding if your business is eligible.

How to apply

To find out more, including the type of projects these grants will support, please see BBIG Information for Applicants. 
 
If you are interested in applying, please email business@belmont.wa.gov.au or phone the Economic Development team on 9477 7132 to discuss your projects.

Belmont Small Business Awards: A state-wide initiative

The City of Belmont is proud to be a major sponsor of the Belmont Small Business Awards, hosted annually by the Belmont Business Enterprise Centre. 
 
These awards have been held for over 20 years and are:

• Open to small businesses, individuals and organisations in Belmont, Perth metropolitan area and across regional Western Australia;

• Designed to recognise quality and excellence in the community;

• A celebration of small business achievement across a range of categories including eCommerce, Marketing, Community Spirit, Export, Indigenous and Environmental Achievements.

Learn more about the Belmont Small Business Awards