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Grants to boost local trade

Are you a business owner or a member of a traders' association in Brussels? The City of Brussels offers financial support for events and initiatives that boost commercial activity in your neighbourhood.

Be a non-profit organisation (ASBL) or a traders' association based in the City of Brussels

Organise an activity that stimulates the local economy, such as:

  • Festive events: street markets, flea markets, Christmas lights,...
  • Support for employment and digitalisation of businesses
  • Projects related to sustainable food or the circular economy

Online via the External siteform.

Make sure to scan and upload the required documents in the form.

Planning an event in a public space? You must obtain prior authorisation.

More info?

  • Project description
  • Statutes as published in the Belgian Official Gazette
  • Estimated budget for the relevant financial year
  • Latest approved financial statements and balance sheet
  • Management and financial situation report
  • Minutes of the last general meeting

Subsidy applications can be submitted throughout the year.