Backing International Small Restaurants Grant Program

Grant Description

The Backing International Small Restaurants Grant Program, supported by American Express and delivered by the International Downtown Association Foundation, provides targeted support for small, culturally significant, independent restaurants that have a demonstrable impact on their communities. In 2025, the program will award $1.45M USD in grants across 15 major cities worldwide, with 15 grants of $23,000 AUD allocated for restaurants in Melbourne and Sydney, Australia. The initiative prioritises establishments owned or operated by, or serving, economically disadvantaged individuals, with an aim to improve sustainability and community connection.

What It Funds

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Eligibility Criteria

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