Backing International Small Restaurants Grant Program 2026

International Downtown Association Foundation

FundingNZD 10,000 to 25,000

DeadlineNovember 16, 20267 days left

WhereNot restricted or not stated

In short

The Backing International Small Restaurants Grant Program 2026 aims to support small restaurants in 15 cities to grow and recover. Eligible restaurants can receive grants ranging from NZD 25,000 to JPY 2,300,000. Applications are open until November 16, 2026.

Who can apply

Type of organisation : Small and medium enterprises

Area of work : Other areas

Stage : Not restricted or not stated

What you will need

Must be located in one of the 15 program cities
Currently open for business and operational prior to September 1, 2025
Brick-and-mortar location/storefront required
Small/independently owned for-profit restaurant, café, bar or pub
Not part of a franchise with more than 5 locations
2025 annual revenue below market-specific thresholds
Clear use of grant funds and its impact on the restaurant
Ability to deploy grant funds within a 5-month timeframe

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