Tokyo: Application Support Begins for 'Creative Ingenuity Challenge Promotion Project (Wage Increase Focus Course)' Offering Up to 6 Million Yen (3/4 Subsidy Rate)
Navit Co., Ltd. is now offering application support for a Tokyo Metropolitan Government subsidy that provides up to 6 million yen to SMEs that are strengthening their business and raising wages.
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Navit Co., Ltd. has launched application support services for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's 'Creative Ingenuity Challenge Promotion Project (Wage Increase Focus Course).' This subsidy offers up to 6 million yen at a 3/4 rate for eligible small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Tokyo. To qualify, businesses must have a plan to increase wages and have experienced a recent decline in operating profit or a loss. The grant supports initiatives aimed at enhancing or expanding existing business operations, such as introducing high-performance equipment or developing new services. Application periods are scheduled in multiple rounds.
FAQ
What is the name of this subsidy program?
It is the 'Creative Ingenuity Challenge Promotion Project (Wage Increase Focus Course)' offered by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.
Who is eligible to apply?
SMEs in Tokyo that have a plan to increase wages and have either experienced a decrease in operating profit or recorded a loss in their most recent fiscal year.
What is the maximum subsidy amount?
The maximum subsidy is 6 million yen.
What is the subsidy rate?
The rate is up to 3/4 of eligible expenses (4/5 for small businesses). It is reduced to 2/3 if the planned wage increase is not achieved.
What types of expenses are covered by the subsidy?
Eligible expenses include costs for raw materials, machinery, outsourcing, intellectual property, system implementation, expert guidance, rent, and sales promotion.