Gives one Australian or New Zealand organisation $20k AUD in AI consulting.

Applications close 31st of October 2026.

AI is moving quickly. Most organisations are trying to answer three important questions:

• Where can AI create real business value?
• Are we getting enough value from the AI tools we already have?
• -Are the AI decisions we're making today creating unnecessary cost, risk or lock-in tomorrow?

To apply, choose which of the four SMC AI offerings would create the most value for your organisation and, in 100 words or less, tell us why:

• AI Opportunity and Use Case Assessment
• AI Adoption and Coaching
• Enterprise AI Estate and Independence Review
• AI and Legacy Risk Check.

Who Can Apply?

Australian and New Zealand organisations with annual revenue exceeding $10 million.

What Does the Grant Include?

One of the four AI consulting offerings, with SMC professional fees provided up to a maximum value of $20,000.

Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider's website. Applications close 31st of October 2026.

Smith Thornton subscribes to a grant search provider and can help you prepare your grant application. If you have any questions, our Business Services Advisor, Jenna van Nierop, will be happy to assist. You can email her at jennav@smiththornton.com.au or call her on 9842 5155.