Supporting Australian Businesses: Localsearch $3,000 Grant

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Featured in Inside Small Business: Localsearch to give back to small businesses on its 30th anniversary


As an advocate for small businesses throughout Australia, Localsearch is commemorating our 30-year journey with our own Small Business Grant. Localsearch will be awarding 10 outstanding small businesses in Australia with a tailored digital marketing package valued at AUD $3,000. This initiative is centred around giving back to Australian businesses, showcasing their exceptional accomplishments and community contributions.

 

Congratulations to our Localsearch Small Business Grant winners. We’re excited to celebrate your success and help you grow your businesses with our $3,000 digital marketing grant.

30 Revolutions

Founded in 1993 in regional Queensland, Localsearch has become a devoted ally to over 28,000 small businesses. Our affordable digital marketing solutions have propelled these businesses into the digital age, expanding their reach and impact. As Localsearch marks its 30th anniversary, this milestone signifies more than celebration – it demonstrates the power of small business support. Additionally, as a 2023 Google Premier Partner, Localsearch is better prepared than ever to elevate businesses’ online presence.

Localsearch Small Business Grant Details

We are inviting small businesses across Australia to share why they should be considered for the grant. We want to know about your outstanding achievements and how Localsearch’s digital marketing services will enhance your ongoing community contributions.

Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for the Localsearch Small Business Grant, your business must: – Have an active Australian Business Number (ABN). – Be classified as a small-to-medium enterprise. – Be located in Australia.
Opening Date Submissions open at 12:00 am, Monday 14 August 2023.
Closing Date Submissions close at 11:59 pm, Wednesday 13 September 2023.
Grant Type Competitive – Only 10 small businesses will be awarded the grant. Not all applications will be funded.
Available Funding AUD $3,000 for a tailored Localsearch digital marketing package.

Eligible Activities

The $3,000 program offers a variety of potential services to enhance your digital marketing efforts, allowing you to select the ones that best align with your needs:


Google Business Profile Optimisation: Ensuring accurate business info, photos and videos on Google. Boosting local search presence and visibility on Google Maps.


Search Engine Optimisation (SEO): Services to improve website visibility in search results. Includes keyword research and on-page and off-page technical optimisation for increased organic traffic.


Localsearch Business Profile Optimisation: Creation and optimisation of your profile on the Localsearch platform. Increase your opportunity to receive more quotes and leads.


Funding for Paid Campaigns: Covers costs of online advertising like PPC, Google Ads and social media ads for improved website traffic.


Website Development and Optimisation: Enhances website design, including redesign, SEO, mobile optimisation, user experience and functionality.


Ongoing Support: Access to your local Digital Marketing Specialist for aligning strategies with trends and optimising approaches.


Nucleus Reporting Dashboard : Comprehensive reporting tool to track metrics like website traffic, conversion rates, engagement, campaign effectiveness and more. Empowers data-driven decisions for strategy optimisation.


We are committed to ensuring your Localsearch digital marketing package delivers optimal outcomes. For the small businesses that have been granted this opportunity, we will connect them with a Digital Marketing Specialist based in their local area. This ensures a personalised approach that aligns precisely with the unique requirements of each business.

Small Businesses Supported by Localsearch 

The Localsearch difference lies in our commitment to Australian small businesses, as we have successfully navigated the unique challenges that businesses face and consistently stayed ahead of the game.

Explore how our tailored Localsearch digital marketing packages are continuing to drive growth for businesses across Australia.

 

Contact us for more information on how our digital marketing solutions can grow your online visibility and attract more customers.