Business grants and funding
Northern Territory Government grants and financial incentives for business owners.
For help finding programs that you may be eligible for, contact a Territory Business Centre. Search for federal grants and programs on the Australian Government's Business website.
Grants and assistance programs
Aboriginal Business Development Program
OPEN
One-on-one support from a small business champion to help Aboriginal people start or grow a business.
Aboriginal Responsive Skilling Grant
OPEN
Funding for community organisations to train Aboriginal Territorians.
Business Hardship Package
OPEN
Support for businesses that have experienced significant hardship as a result of COVID-19.
Business Innovation Program
OPEN
Funding and mentoring for the commercialisation of new products, services and processes.
Business Rebound and Adaptation Grant
CLOSED
Grants for small businesses to carry out works that will enhance customer experience and improve business performance.
Equity Training Program
OPEN
Grants to improve training and employment outcomes for disadvantaged people in the Northern Territory.
Funding to attract hospitality and tourism workers
OPEN
Funding to help cover the costs of attracting new employees.
Funding to upskill or reskill employees
OPEN
Apply for funding to upskill or reskill your employees as part of the Industry Buildskills Program.
Home and Business Battery Scheme
OPEN
For homeowners and businesses to buy and install batteries and inverters.
Immediate Works Grants
CLOSED
Northern Territory not-for-profit and community organisations can apply for a grant of up to $100,000.
International student wellbeing grants
CLOSED
For events and activities that enhance the wellbeing of international students studying in the NT.
Not-for-Profit Tourism Attraction Payment
OPEN
Funding for not-for-profits that have experienced considerable reductions in turnover due to COVID-19.
Regional museums
OPEN
To assist local museums or other organisations committed to the preservation of cultural heritage to develop programs, design and construct displays, manage their collections, acquire relevant skills and enhance the presentation and preservation of local heritage.
Regional economic development fund
OPEN
To support the development of businesses and industry in all regions of the Northern Territory.
Small Business Financial Fitness Fund
CLOSED
Apply for funding to access training programs about financial sustainability.
Small Business JobMaker Booster
OPEN
Apply for funding to fill hiring needs for new workers in the Australian Government's JobMaker program.
Small Business Pivot Grant
CLOSED
Grants to help increase revenue through improved business performance and access to new markets.
Small Business Roadhouse to Recovery
CLOSED
Apply for funding to improve visitor experience for wayside inns and roadhouses.
Supply Chain Solver
CLOSED
Funding to assist businesses experiencing difficulties with supply chain challenges.
Small Business Survival Payment
OPEN
Funding for businesses that have experienced considerable reductions in turnover due to COVID-19.
Smarter Business Solutions
OPEN
Advice and grants to help reduce your day-to-day energy, water and material costs.
Territory Business Growth Program
OPEN
To assist existing small to medium businesses grow and become more viable.
Trade Support Scheme
CLOSED
To support the offshore marketing activities of Northern Territory businesses.
Trade Support Scheme - COVID-19 Quick Response
OPEN
Financial assistance to help with the costs of export and international marking activities.
Visitor Experience Enhancement Program
CLOSED
Grants for tourism businesses and operators to improve tourism experiences, facilities and attractions.