Grant programs are offered by a wide range of agencies at state and federal level. Most grant programs are only available for a limited time and each one will have their own specific guidelines and merit criteria for selection of successful applicants. There are a number of services and websites run by state and federal government agencies that are designed to provide comprehensive lists of currently active grant programs. These are accessible free of charge and may also allow you to register so that you can be alerted when new grant programs, and new rounds of existing grant programs, are announced. So while we have a list of current grant programs below, we also recommend you visit:
We do our best to keep this list up to date but please note that you should always check individual grant program websites for full details, guidelines for applications and key dates as these can change at any time.
Research, Commercialisation and Startup Fund (State Government of South Australia)
This fund is designed to support collaboration between South Australian businesses and researchers and universities to solve industrial problems, commercialise new products and services, attract research infrastructure into the state and encourage the establishment and growth of start-up businesses. Click here for more information.
Economic and Business Growth Fund (State Government of South Australia)
This program focuses on supporting initiatives that introduce new technologies, capabilities, capacities and expertise in industries that align to the state's competitive advantages and provide industry sector support where required. Click here for more information.
Entrepreneurs Programme (AusIndustry)
The Entrepreneurs Programme includes:
Click here for more information.
Traceability Grants Program (Commonwealth Department of Agriculture)
These grants are to support businesses to carry out projects that enhance product traceability and the competitiveness of Australian produce. Click here for more information.
Skilling South Australia (Department for Industry and Skills SA)
This State Government program aims to create 20,800 apprenticeships over a four year period and offers support to develop innovative projects to deliver apprenticeships and traineeships. The program also supports training places and additional learner support services. Click here for more information.
Food and Beverage Development Fund
This fund provides financial support to successful applicants seeking to further their skills and knowledge through training and education in the food and beverage industry. Click here for more information.
SME Connect (CSIRO)
This program is designed to link small to medium sized businesses with expertise and facilities at Australian research organisations and includes CSIRO Kick-Start, Innovation Connections and STEM+Business. Click here for more information.
Fight Food Waste SME Solutions Centre
Ths program is open to small and medium businesses to identify and meet agri-food waste challenges. Click here for more information.
Circular Economy Business Support Program (Green Industries SA)
This program includes three grant funding streams to assist businesses to accelerate sustainable change:
Farmers2Founders Program
This program is designed to equip primary producers with the skills and knowledge to scale industry-changing ventures. Click here for more information.
South Australia Export Accelerator Program (Department for Trade, Tourism and Investment SA)
This program assists small to medium sized businesses to grow in international markets and create jobs. It includes three components:
Click here to find out more.
Export Market Development Grants (Australian Trade and Investment Commission)
The EMDG scheme provides financial assistance to aspiring and current exporters to develop export markets. Click here for more information.
State and federal grant programs usually have nominated advisors or coordinators. These people are the right experts to help you understand the objectives of a specific program. They can advise whether your proposed project or activity is eligible under the guidelines of the grant program, and help you understand which project expenses can be included in the application. While in most cases they won't be able to give you feedback on a draft application, they can provide advice before you start preparing your grant application.
Food South Australia members can also contact us for support with grant application writing, industry data and letters of support. Please email or phone us for more information on these member benefits.
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