About Equipment & Capital Purchase Grants
Multiple programs help reduce the cost of capital equipment purchases. State-based capital investment grants fund machinery for manufacturing and agriculture. The federal Instant Asset Write-Off allows immediate deduction of eligible assets. Industry-specific programs target equipment for clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and primary industries.
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Eligibility Notes
Most equipment grants require the asset to be new, purchased after the grant application, and directly related to the business's primary activities. The asset must remain in use for a minimum period (often 2–3 years). Some programs require the business to match government funding. Check whether your state has a specific capital investment grant for your industry.
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Can I claim for second-hand equipment?
Most grants require new equipment. The Instant Asset Write-Off (tax measure) is available for both new and second-hand assets up to the threshold.
Can I use a grant to purchase a vehicle?
Some grants cover vehicles directly related to business operations (e.g., electric vehicles for a business fleet). Personal-use or mixed-use vehicles generally don't qualify.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify details with the official source before applying.