Funding for organisations impacted by the algal bloom in SA

Algal Bloom Small Business Support Grant SA

This program provides funding to small businesses and not-for-profits impacted by the algal bloom occurrence in SA.

Funding of up to $50,000 (over 3 payments).

Who is this for?

Marine industry businesses impacted by the algal bloom occurrence in SA.

Overview

This program is designed to support impacted business that fit into the following categories:

• marine or coastal tourism operator (excluding hospitality and food services)
• charter boat and fishing charter operator
• marine-based sport and/or school (e.g. surf school)
• commercial fisheries and aquaculture licence holder
• seafood processor
• marine and fishing supply chain manufacturer or retailer (e.g. tackle shops, marine equipment suppliers)
• marine or coastal caravan parks, camping grounds and other accommodation providers (excluding short-term private/holiday rental providers, e.g. private properties rented through real estate agents or booking sites such as Airbnb or Stayz)
• beachfront kiosk/cafes.

Funding may be used in any way that supports continued business viability, including:

• standing business costs, including utilities, salaries and rent
• financial advice, marketing, or other business development activities
• adjusting the business to be viable in the changed operating environment
• retaining and supporting existing employees.